Cook Volunteer

TN United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking charity as a Cook Volunteer and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. This role allows you to share your love for cooking while helping others learn essential culinary skills. You'll assist in creating flavorful meals from various cuisines, fostering a supportive and engaging environment. With flexible hours and the opportunity to develop new skills, this position is perfect for those looking to contribute positively to their community. Training and travel expenses are provided, making it an enriching experience for all involved.

Benefits

Travel expenses

Training provided

Opportunity to make a direct impact

Qualifications

• Over 18 years old to apply.
• Food hygiene qualification is beneficial but training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in learning new cooking skills.
• Support in preparing nutritious and tasty meals.

Skills

Passion for food

Confidence in using culinary equipment

Food hygiene qualification

Good communication skills

Punctuality and reliability

Ability to handle information confidentially

Job description

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Time Commitment: Minimum of 2 hours per week

You will play an important part in the lives of the people we support by helping encourage them to create nutritious and tasty food. You will assist them in learning new cooking skills and support them in preparing flavorful meals. It would be great if you could also help them make meals from different parts of the world, adding some zing!

Role Description

Cook Volunteer

Location: Maidstone

Time Commitment: Minimum of 2 hours per week

These cooking sessions will take place from Monday to Friday at our service in Maidstone.

Skills required

1. Passion for food and confidence in using culinary equipment
2. A food hygiene qualification is beneficial but training can be provided
3. Good communication skills, friendly and kind demeanor
4. Punctuality and reliability
5. Ability to handle information in line with data protection and confidentiality procedures

Please note that you need to be over 18 years old to apply for this role. To apply, click on the 'apply' button below and complete the application form. A member of our Volunteering Team will contact you for an informal chat and to explain the next steps. To ensure the safety of the people we support, a DBS check and two satisfactory references will be required before confirming your volunteer role. As you will be volunteering with vulnerable individuals, safeguarding training and any role-specific training will also be necessary.

About Us

At SeeAbility, we support people with learning disabilities and autism, who may also have sight loss, to achieve their goals every day.

We encourage individuals with disabilities to challenge their expectations of life, themselves, and society.

Founded as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the UK's oldest disability charities, pioneering support for over 220 years.

Volunteering as a cook offers a chance to share your passion for cooking and make a direct impact on others’ lives. We provide training to help develop new skills. Volunteers can claim travel expenses.