Cook (Relief) (AWS)

Pobl Group; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Codi Group is seeking a Relief Cook (AWS) to support Abbeyfield Wales services. You will travel to different sites as needed but work at one location per shift, covering annual leave and busy periods while preparing nutritious meals and promoting residents’ wellbeing.

The role emphasizes food hygiene, stock control, and delivering a welcoming dining experience. Relevant Level 3 Food Hygiene or NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Hospitality and Catering is preferred, with prior cooking experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook or in a catering environment.
• Ability to prepare nutritious meals and maintain kitchen records.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality meals for residents.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and health & safety.
• Assist with stock management and kitchen cleanliness.

Skills

Cook experience

Food preparation

Customer service

Stock management

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification

NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Hospitality and Catering

Job description

Cook (Relief) (AWS)

Job no: 510109

Work type: Flexible

Salary: 29,072

Location: Bridgend, Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Conwy, Gwynedd, Monmouthshire, Newport

Categories: Catering

Job Description: Codi Group Ltd Relief (Care)

About the role

You will be required to travel to different services as needed, but will only ever work at one location per shift. There are no split shifts or late evening working requirements, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking for flexibility and a positive work-life balance. You'll provide cover for annual leave, sickness absence and busy periods, preparing and serving high-quality meals that support the wellbeing of the people we support.

As a Relief Cook, you'll play an important role in supporting Abbeyfield Wales services by preparing and serving nutritious, high-quality meals that promote the wellbeing, independence and choice of the people we support. You'll work in a person-centred way, taking account of individual dietary needs, preferences and nutritional requirements while ensuring a welcoming dining experience for residents.

Alongside cooking and meal preparation, you'll help maintain high standards of food hygiene, health and safety, stock management and kitchen cleanliness. You'll be part of a caring, values-led team that is passionate about delivering great food and making a positive difference to the people we support every day.

Skills and Experience Needed

We're looking for someone who is passionate about providing great food and excellent customer service, with previous experience working as a cook or within a catering environment. You'll be confident preparing nutritious meals, maintaining food stocks, and working to high standards of food hygiene, health and safety.

You’ll bring previous experience working as a Cook, or in a similar catering environment, along with a Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification and/or NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Hospitality and Catering (or equivalent). You'll be confident preparing and serving high-quality meals, maintaining food stocks and kitchen records, and ensuring a clean, safe and hygienic working environment through the effective use of kitchen equipment and tools. Strong organisational skills, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering an excellent dining experience for residents are essential

Values

At Codi, our values are Compassionate, Authentic, and Progressive. When you join us, you'll embrace these principles and thrive in an environment shaped by them.

Perks, Benefits and a glimpse into our Codi world

This is a relief opportunity, with no guaranteed or set hours. This flexible arrangement allows you to work around your availability while still making a valuable contribution to the people we support.

The full-time equivalent salary for this role is £29,072 per annum based on 37.5 hours per week. As a Relief Cook, you will be paid for the hours you work.

To explore the full range of benefits, perks and rewards, visit: Careers - Codi

FREDIE

At Codi Group we are guided, in all that we do, by a group of principles that we call FREDIE, these are: Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Engagement. This means that whatever your background, you will have an equal opportunity to rise with us

Who are Codi Group?

Codi is a not-for-profit with a big heart and an even bigger mission. As Wales' largest provider of housing, care, and support, we're here to help people live well, feel supported, and rise to their full potential.

We look after almost 25,000 homes across Wales and are gearing up to build more than 4,500 new ones in the next five years. Every day, our teams support nearly 17,000 individuals with services that make a real and uplifting difference to people's everyday lives.

With over 3,000 passionate colleagues, Codi is a major player in the Welsh economy-powered by strong partnerships, shared values, and a genuine love for helping communities thrive.

Our name says it all: 'Codi' means rise in Welsh. It reflects who we are, where we come from, and our ambition to lift expectations, lift communities, and lift each other.

Advertised: 14 Aug 2026 GMT Daylight Time

Applications close: 28 Aug 2026 GMT Daylight Time