Cook - Aberdare Hospital
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Cook - Aberdare Hospital
[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Group is hiring a Cook for Aberdare Hospital in Aberdare, Wales. The role involves preparing nutritious meals for service users in a locked rehabilitation hospital. Responsibilities include cooking to menus, monitoring food safety, ordering stock, and maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidate has or is willing to obtain Level 3 Food Hygiene. Part-time, 30 hours/week, £13.00 per hour.
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group
You will be joining [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], a company with over 35 years of experience in offering the highest levels of care to our most vulnerable in society. Across our services, we support people to live safer, more fulfilling lives, with dignity, choice, and consistency at the centre of everything we do. Our work is guided by clear values. These are not slogans. They shape how we treat people, how we work together, and what we expect from each other.
About the Role
As a Cook, you will prepare and cook meals to meet the daily requirements of service users, supporting the catering function and ensuring full compliance with food safety legislation.
- Preparing and cooking meals in line with agreed menus and individual dietary requirements
- Producing meals to a high standard while maximising efficient use of resources and minimising waste
- Monitoring and recording critical control points, including temperature checks and delivery checks
- Maintaining safe food storage and hygiene standards at all times
- Ordering stock within allocated budgets and monitoring fresh produce levels
- Ensuring the kitchen remains clean, organised, and compliant with food hygiene regulations
- Communicating effectively with care staff regarding dietary needs or changes
This role requires a flexible and practical approach. You must be confident managing the kitchen during your shift and maintaining standards consistently.
About You
You will ideally hold a Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate, or be willing to work towards this. A relevant food preparation qualification is desirable. You understand food hygiene regulations, allergy awareness, and safe working practices. You are organised, able to manage stock and budgets responsibly, and take pride in producing meals that people enjoy. You understand that in a Learning Disability service, mealtimes can be an important part of routine and independence. You are patient, respectful, and responsive to individual preferences. You are reliable, punctual, and comfortable working independently.
Our Values
- Reputable Care: Following food safety and hygiene procedures exactly as required. Maintaining clear records of temperatures and safety checks. Ensuring meals meet agreed standards every day.
- Respect and Compassion: Respecting individual dietary needs, preferences, and cultural requirements. Understanding that food is part of dignity and personal choice. Communicating professionally with service users and colleagues.
- Robust Communication: Informing care staff of any dietary concerns or supply issues. Recording safety checks clearly and accurately. Working collaboratively with the Registered Manager and wider team.
- Real Commitment: Arriving prepared and maintaining high standards throughout the shift. Managing stock carefully and avoiding unnecessary waste. Taking responsibility for the kitchen environment and outcomes.
What We Offer
We provide structured induction and clear guidance so you feel confident in your role from day one. You will receive regular support from managers who understand the importance of food safety, consistency, and high standards. Many of our team build long term careers with us. We are committed to supporting development and internal progression where appropriate. If you take pride in your cooking and want your work to have a direct impact on people's daily lives, apply now to join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group.
About Aberdare Hospital
Aberdare Hospital is a 10 bedded locked rehabilitation hospital. Facilities on site include; en-suite bedrooms, arts and crafts room, games room, computer room and educational room with computer and books. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Aberdare provides good community links offering patients opportunity to access GP and other health services, to study at colleges, work experience and general social inclusion. Patients are given the opportunity to improve on their independence and to acquire new skills to be reintegrated back into the community.
Additional Information
All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which is covered by [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required). Work Location: In person.