Relief Staff (Resident Support - Cook and Housekeeping)

GOLDMARK Property Management; Cockermouth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

GOLDMARK Property Management, through Abbeyfield, seeks Relief Staff to support residents by cooking and maintaining a nurturing environment in Cockermouth. This role offers flexible work arrangements and a variety of employee benefits, including referral bonuses and training opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Referral Bonuses

Discounts & Perks

Qualifications

• Previous experience in cooking and resident support preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to residents' needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals for residents maintaining food stock.
• Provide friendly support to residents in their daily needs.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of communal areas.
• Promote residents' wellbeing and a sense of community.

Skills

Meal Preparation

Resident Support

Housekeeping

Wellbeing Promotion

Job description

Relief Staff (Resident Support - Cook and Housekeeping)

Cockermouth CA13, UK

Job Description

Posted Friday 4 April 2025 at 00:00 | Expired Wednesday 30 April 2025 at 23:59

Role: Relief Staff (Resident Support - Cook and Housekeeping)

Location: Cockermouth

About Abbeyfield

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 tackling housing challenges and ensuring that older people have a place to call home within a caring community, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

We’re seeking relief staff to complement our existing Sheltered Housing team in Cockermouth. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a flexible, rewarding role where they can make a real difference in the lives of older people.

About the Role

As relief staff,you will take on a dual role, combining cooking and resident support responsibilities. You will directly impact the wellbeing of our residents by providing the support and care they need in a safe, nurturing environment.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Meal Preparation & Cooking: Prepare and serve home-cooked meals for 12 residents, while maintaining food stock and ensuring proper rotation.
• Resident Support:Be the first point of contact for residents, offering a friendly face and support with their daily needs.
• Housekeeping:Ensure communal areas are clean, tidy, and well-maintained, creating a comfortable environment for all.
• Wellbeing Promotion: Promote the overall wellbeing of our residents, ensuring they feel respected, empowered, and connected within our community.

What Abbeyfield Offers

We deeply value our staff and show our appreciation with a comprehensive range of benefits:

• Flexible Scheduling:Achieve a great work/life balance by choosing when you work.
• Referral Bonuses:Earn up to £500 for referring a colleague to Abbeyfield.
• Discounts & Perks:Access exclusive discounts and cashback offers through our staff portal, plus eligibility for a Blue Light Card for even more savings.

Why Join Abbeyfield?

Our mission is to provide a warm and supportive environment for our residents, with staff who deliver friendly faces, delicious meals, and a clean, comfortable home. We’re here to make later life as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.

You’ll receive full training and support from our friendly team, so you can excel in your role, whether that’s managing budgets, improving your computer skills, or building meaningful connections with our residents.

Ready to join a team that truly makes a difference? Apply today!

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.