Compassionate Care Kitchen Assistant

Pobl Group; Neath; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension options

Wellbeing resources

Perks and rewards

Job summary

Codi Group is seeking an Assistant Cook for Plas Bryn Rhosyn, a 59-bed residential care home in Neath. This part-time position focuses on preparing and serving nutritious meals tailored to residents' dietary needs, with a rolling two-week rota and every other weekend off.

You will lead the mealtime experience, ensure kitchen safety and hygiene, and support residents with dignity during meals, turning dining into a moment of connection.

Qualifications

• Experience working in food preparation in a professional kitchen or catering environment.
• A passion for providing excellent service and meals that nourish both body and spirit.
• A positive, proactive approach and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve nutritious, delicious meals tailored to individual dietary needs, including special diets.
• Lead the mealtime experience from start to finish: food ordering, storage, prep, cooking, serving, and kitchen clean-up.
• Champion kitchen safety, ensuring all practices follow food hygiene, infection control, and COSHH regulations.
• Bring joy through food - engage in meaningful conversations with residents while serving, turning meals into moments of connection.
• Support with care - help residents who need assistance at mealtimes with dignity and kindness.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Teamwork

Food safety

Job description

Codi Group is seeking an Assistant Cook for Plas Bryn Rhosyn, a 59-bed residential care home in Neath. This part-time position focuses on preparing and serving nutritious meals tailored to residents' dietary needs, with a rolling two-week rota and every other weekend off.

You will lead the mealtime experience, ensure kitchen safety and hygiene, and support residents with dignity during meals, turning dining into a moment of connection.