Housekeeper and Cook

Abbeyfield Group; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of housing and care in Blackpool seeks a Cook and Resident Support to provide wholesome meals and support to residents. Ideal candidates should possess strong cooking and organizational skills, along with a genuine understanding of older people's needs. Benefits include up to 31 days paid leave, career development opportunities, and a company pension. Join us to make a difference in our residents' lives.

Benefits

Up to 31 days paid leave

Refer a friend scheme

Healthcare expenses claim

Life Assurance

Pay progression

Learning and career development

Company pension

Discounted gym membership

Menopause friendly organization initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking and serving meals for small groups.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Understanding of the needs of older people.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve wholesome, home-cooked meals.
• Provide support and companionship to residents.
• Assist with general wellbeing and manage any arising issues.

Skills

Confidence in cooking for up to 9 people

Strong organizational skills

Excellent customer service skills

Basic computer skills

Job description

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We’re dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.

Role: Cook and Resident Support
Location: Blackpool Harrowside
Hourly Rate: £13.21
Contract: Perm
Rota: 830-1730 1 hr lunch average 24 hrs 2 days one week and 3 days the next.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who would be interested in joining our organisation, to support our Sheltered Housing property. If you are looking for a rewarding role to fit around you, Abbeyfield Living Society would love for you to join us.

You can never underestimate the power a friendly face and a home cooked meal has on someone’s day. This is a varied role, with resident wellbeing at the forefront of what we do.

What We’re Looking For:

• Confidence in cooking for up to 9 people
• Strong organizational skills, ready to handle a variety of tasks
• Excellent customer service skills with a genuine understanding of the needs of older people
• Basic computer skills (Outlook and Excel experience is a plus, but full training will be provided)

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

About the Role:

• At Abbeyfield Living Society, our goal is to create a warm, community-focused environment where residents feel valued and respected. As a Cook and Resident Support team member, you’ll ensure that residents enjoy wholesome, home-cooked meals while also being a friendly face they can turn to for support.
• You’ll also assist with general wellbeing, handle any issues that arise, and elevate them when needed.
• Basic computer and budget management skills are helpful, but full support and training will be provided by our welcoming team.

Why Join Abbeyfield?

We’re committed to recognising and rewarding our team members. Working with us comes with a range of benefits, including:

• Up to 31 days paid leave pro rata, including bank/public holidays
• Unlimited opportunities to earn £500 via our ‘refer a friend’ scheme
• Claim back healthcare expenses with Medicash
• Life Assurance
• Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• Striving for independent accreditation as a menopause friendly organisation
• Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts

Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and a basic DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbeyfield. You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.