Job Description

35 hours per week



If you are a positive, caring and motivated person who likes to help people, you will be welcome at Bryn y Cae residential services for older people.



Your duties will include developing menu options with residents, preparing and cooking meals, ordering and stock control, operating electrical equipment, mechanical and laundry.



You will work as part of the in-house kitchen team to ensure the management and standards of cleanliness and Infection control are maintained. Taking responsibility for your wellbeing and being aware and adhering to Health and Safety and Food Hygiene Policies and Procedures



We are looking for someone with: -



Sound, person centred values and principles.



The ability to be respectful and make a positive contribution to people's lives.



Active listening and communication skills



If you'd like to help us make a difference this is what we can offer you: -



Competitive salary



Generous annual leave entitlement



Enrolment into the excellent local government pension scheme



Fully funded and supported qualifications - QCF Level 2 and above Health and Social Care (if not already achieved) and paid Social Care Worker Registration



Comprehensive training programme with learning and development opportunities for career progression



Employee Assistance programme offering free access to employees 24 hours /7 / 365days a year for counselling, advice and support specialists for a range of issues as well as health & wellbeing support.



Multiple staff reward schemes offering a range of discounts on-line or in the high street, nationwide and locally.



Access to the Car Benefit Scheme which offers a brand-new lease car, insurance, road tax, replacement tyres, MOT servicing and routine maintenance and breakdown cover for one monthly payment, as well as the Cycle to Work Scheme.



Free Welsh language lessons.



You will be required to work weekends, and if required bank holidays. The shifts will be arranged by the manager and are subject to change to meet the demands of the service.



The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.



Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.



An Enhanced with Adults Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.



Weekend Working is a requirement of this post.



Closing Date: 23 July 2025



Shortlisting Date: 24 July 2025



Interview Date: 31 July 2025



Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council



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Job reference
17693
Date posted
10/07/2025
Application closing date
23/07/2025
Location
Bridgend County Borough
Salary
27,711 - 28,624 per annum
Contractual hours
35
Basis
Part time
Job category/type
Other
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