Job details
We are looking for a compassionate individual who is also highly motivated and enthusiastic to work as a part-time cook in our companion’s kitchen. Companions are the formerly homeless people we support with a home, work opportunities in our social enterprise and individual support to regain lost self-esteem and help rebuild their lives.
The successful candidate will be working in the companion’s kitchen alongside our current chef and must have a passion for great food, with experience of producing home cooked food whilst adhering to company polices.
Working alongside companions also, the cook will prepare and cook quality homemade food whilst also provide training and instruction to companions on the safe handling and preparation of food, promoting a supportive and nurturing environment for companions in a manner which embodies the Emmaus ethos.
If you have the relevant personal qualities, experience, skills, enthusiasm and a positive “can do” attitude and would relish the chance to work in this dynamic, progressive, and successful charity, we would like to hear from you. You will be joining a friendly and enthusiastic team who are passionate about what they do and a social enterprise that has an exciting future.
Supported by staff and volunteers, companions are the mainstay of the EVC operation throughout the site. We exist to support companions. Some have never worked, have limited confidence, and can find responsibility challenging.
As well as producing excellent meals, the role of cook also includes the need to coach, mentor and motivate companions on a daily basis.
Terms of employment
Salary: £15,778 p.a. gross
Hours of work: 26.5 hours per week: Fri – 10.30am – 2.30pm; Sat – Sun 9.30am – 5.30pm. Daytime hours only.
Pension: An auto enrolment pension arrangement whereby the employer contributes 5% and employees 3%.
Holidays: 23 days per year plus Bank holidays pro rata.
Training and development: Individually tailored induction, training, and development.
Employee Assistance: 24/7 employee assistance scheme is available.
Application process
Click here for application details: Part time cook – Application Pack – Feb 2024
To apply please send your CV with a supporting letter (maximum 2-sides of A4) detailing:
- Why are you applying for this role?
- What relevant experience and skills do you have?
- Why are you the best candidate for this position?
Your CV should be sent to Catering Manager [email protected] by 9.00am Friday 8th March 2024.
CV’s received without a covering letter and after this deadline will not be considered.