Chef

Shifts: 28.5 hours per week (Monday to Sunday on a rota basis) Pay Rate: £13.75 per hour Sponsorship: This service does not provide support for visa sponsorship Based at Ty Newydd, in Maesteg, we provide nursing care for 16 adults over the age of 18. We offer a place called home for people with a range of complex specialist mental health needs. As our Chef, you will play a vital role in the heart of the home- the kitchen. You'll prepare fresh, nutritious, home-cooked meals tailored to individual needs and preferences, consulting with colleagues to plan varied menus that meet dietary requirements, including guidance from SALT and other professionals. This role offers:

• 10- hour shifts between 8am and 6pm
• 3 days per week (28.5 hours per week, 30 minute break)
• Alternative weekends working
• Autonomy to suggest and lead themed food events and special celebration days
• The opportunity to create and manage an annual events calendar
We encourage creativity. If you have ideas for seasonal menus, cultural food days, bake-offs or garden parties- we want to hear them. Your ideas can shape the experiences of the people we support. What You Will Do
• Create and serve delicious, home-style meals designed around individual tastes and wellbeing needs
• Lead and support kitchen colleagues to maintain high standards
• Ensure all food hygiene, Health & Safety and relevant regulations are met
  
  You are:
• Passionate about fresh food and high-quality meals
• Creative and enjoy bringing new ideas to life
• Kind, patient and resilient
• Organised and able to work independently
• A team player who lives by values of care and respect
• Committed to training and development
You have:
• At least 2 years cooking experience
• Knowledge of dietary requirements in care environments
  
  Access to our exclusive ivolve extra discounts platform
Your birthday off following a qualifying period Weekly lotto draws winning cash prizes, scratch card prizes for reward and recognition Yearly colleague awards and recognition events Salary advance scheme (after a qualifying period) If you are ready for a role where cooking really matters - and where you can create memorable experiences through food- we'd love to hear from you.