Join Our Team – Cook role available!
Location: South Croydon, CR2 8DH
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and alternate between working Saturday and Sunday (30 hours a week; 8am – 3pm)
Salary: £14.29 per hour (rising to £14.79 per hour after a successful probation of 6 months)
Contract Type: Permanent
Eldon Housing is an established provider of Sheltered Housing and Facilities Management Services. We are proud to provide high standards of service to older people across several care schemes in the Croydon area, with a strong reputation for delivering safe, comfortable, and supportive homes. We aim to provide an inclusive and diverse working environment where people are at the heart of everything we do.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Cook to join our team. If you have experience, we want to hear from you!
Requirements:
Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices in the kitchen.
Excellent culinary skills with the ability to prepare a wide range of dishes.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organisational skills with attention to detail in food presentation.
A passion for cooking and creating innovative meal options for customers.
Food Safety Level 2 or 3, with a willingness to take more training.
At least 1 years’ experience as a Cook.
Duties:
Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to established recipes and standards.
Assist in the development of new menu items, ensuring creativity and seasonal relevance.
Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene in the kitchen at all times.
Oversee kitchen operations, including inventory management and ordering supplies as needed.
Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
Train and mentor junior kitchen staff in food preparation techniques and safety practices.
Monitor food quality during preparation and presentation, ensuring consistency across all dishes.
Assist with special events or catering services as required.
Our Benefits Include:
Healthcare Cash Back Plan worth up to £1, 300 per year on your routine healthcare costs – after probation.
Employee Advice Line, offering a 24-hour confidential advice service – after probation.
Employee Recognition Schemes, including Employee Excellence Award and additional holiday for qualifying service.
A comprehensive induction and training programme with on-going development.
Genuine career development opportunities.
Paid Professional Subscriptions.
Free on-site parking.
In the first instance, please submit an up-to-date CV. Upon receipt of a CV, long-listed candidates will then be invited to complete an application form, detailing full employment history and suitability for the role.
An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required, as well as full employment history and references will be taken up.
Eldon Housing is committed to Equality and Diversity.
We will process your data for recruitment purposes only.
Our Values – Passionate – Professional – Caring