Optalis - chef/cook - suffolk lodge

Occupational group (do not select a group to see all vacancies)

Catering

Salary range

0 to: 15,000

Working pattern

Part time

Contract type

Permanent

Salary

11.14ph & 12.50 weekends

Hours

Part time, 15 hours per week

Location

Wokingham

Closing date for application

31/07/2023

Vacancy start date

16/05/2023

Job summary

Optalis is the adult social care delivery partner on behalf of Wokingham Borough Council and the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead Council.

Job advert

Optalis is the adult social care delivery partner on behalf of Wokingham Borough Council and the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead Council. Optalis is owned and funded by the 2 Councils. Optalis is not a private provider or an employment agency.Currently recruiting for a Chef / Cook Part TimeSuffolk Lodge is a modern residential home within very easy walking distance from Wokingham Town CentreThe home provides residential care for up to 37 older people, including short stay accommodation for 3 people. There are 3 specialist units for 28 older people living with dementia who need the support of a secure environment and a high level of care from staff.We have a rare opportunity for a Chef or Cook to work alongside our catering team.All the food is locally sourced and cooked fresh on the day in our main kitchen.This is a part-time role offering 15 hours per week with opportunities for overtime.The hours can be flexible but some weekends will be required.Some days you will work alongside the Head Chef and some days independently, uniforms and full training will be provided.Salary equates to 11.14 per hour and 12.50 weekendsWorking for Optalis you will also receive a range of benefits, including:A Perkbox rewards package offering discounts on cinema, shopping, health, travel and insurance34 days leave (25 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and extra day off for your birthdayA comprehensive paid training and development programmeExcellent career progression opportunities and supportFlexible shift patterns to cover a 24 X 7 RotaAs a valued and integral member of the team you will have a voice in the service and forums to be heard and make a differenceSTAR awards a reward scheme which recognises staff who have gone the extra mileA generous pension schemeTo apply on line please use: www.optalis.org and follow the working with us tabOptalis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our staff and customers. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a DBS check and will need to provide proof of their right to work in the UK.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The DBS clearance level required is Enhanced with Adult Barred list.For advice and information on disclosing criminal records you can contact Nacros support service on 0300123 1999 or helpline@nacro.org.uk

Contact

Recruitment Team on (0118) 977 8600 or recruitment@optalis.org

Reference / post number

OPR0000398

Link to online application form Text

www.optalis.org

Link to online application form Url

www.optalis.org

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