Deputy Cook & Residential Support

Abbeyfield - The Church House; Ryde; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Ryde is seeking a Deputy Cook & Resident Support to prepare meals for elderly residents and support their daily activities. This part-time role involves cooking for small groups and requires a friendly, approachable personality. The position is for approximately 10 days per month, including weekends. Interested candidates need to be prepared for an enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be prepared to train for Level 2 Food Safety in Catering.
• Experience interacting with older individuals is beneficial.
• Personable and approachable demeanor is essential.

Responsibilities

• Confidently cook for up to 10 individuals.
• Provide support to residents in daily activities.
• Maintain a friendly and approachable presence.

Skills

Cooking for up to 10 people

Organisational skills

Customer service

Understanding elderly needs

Education

Level 2 Food Safety in Catering

Job description

Deputy Cook & Resident Support

Part-Time, 10 days per month

Salary: £77.11 per day (6 hours)

The Abbeyfield Ryde Society is looking for someone that has the following skills:

• Can confidently cook for up to 10 people.
• Organised and is ready to deal with whatever comes their way.
• Understands the importance of great customer service and the needs of older people.
• Holds or is prepared to train for Level 2 Food Safety in Catering.

At Abbeyfield, we provide accommodation for independent, elderly residents in our two small friendly homes in Ryde. Working within our homes means there will be regular interaction with residents and it is for this reason that personality is equally as important as your skill within the kitchen. Although no care duties will be required, you will need to show support to residents in their day to day lives, by being approachable, friendly and willing to make time for them.

This is a part time role - Thursday and Friday, 9.30am to 1.30pm and 4.30pm to 6.30pm, together with one weekend per month (approximately 10 days per month).

An enhanced DBS check will be required for this opportunity. Previous applicants need not apply.

Closing date Friday 21st November 2025

For a job description and application form please contact the Office Manager.

The Abbeyfield Ryde Society Ltd, 2 Queens Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight P033 3BG Telephone: [phone] |