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Wales & West Housing

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United Kingdom , Aberystwyth

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Salary:

27504.00 - 30178.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

We are looking for a Cook/Chef with a passion for fresh, home‑cooked food to join our friendly team at Maes y Môr Extra Care Scheme in Aberystwyth. This role is perfect for someone with experience in care, extra care, or contract catering, using fresh ingredients, who enjoys producing nutritious meals in a calm, well‑organised kitchen. This part‑time role offering 26.25 hours per week, worked across a rolling 2‑week pattern (3 shifts one week, 4 shifts the next), with alternate weekends off, and 4pm latest finish time – giving you genuine work‑life balance while still doing what you love. If you enjoy meaningful work, daytime hours, and being part of a supportive team that makes a real difference for residents, we would love to hear from you.

Job Responsibility:

  • Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious meals and desserts each day
  • Maintain a clean, hygienic, well-organised kitchen
  • Support residents with dietary needs and preferences
  • Work alongside the Lead Cook/Chef and occasionally step in to lead the kitchen
  • Contribute to a warm, friendly environment centred on resident wellbeing

Requirements:

  • Experience in care, extra care, or contract catering
  • Experience using fresh ingredients
  • Experience producing nutritious meals in a calm, well-organised kitchen
What we offer:
  • Daytime shifts only – no late nights or split shifts
  • Regular weekends off thanks to our alternate-weekend rota
  • Opportunities to pick up extra shifts across WWH schemes
  • Supportive team culture
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), rising with service
  • Option to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave
  • Wellbeing package including: Critical illness cover
  • Cash plan for everyday healthcare
  • Sick pay scheme
  • 24/7 employee assistance helpline
  • Training, feedback, and support to develop at your pace
  • A stable, values-led organisation with an excellent reputation

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 19, 2026

Expiration:
March 30, 2026

Employment Type:
Parttime
Work Type:
On-site work
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