Deputy Cook & Resident Support - Abbeyfield Ryde Society Ltd

Job Posted: 5 January 2026

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Ryde, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Part time
• Salary: £12.85 per hour
• Industries: Catering, Hospitality & Bar Charity / Voluntary Health & Social Care

The Abbeyfield Ryde Society is looking for someone that has the following skills:

• Can confidently cook for up to 10 people.

• Organised and is ready to deal with whatever comes their way.

• Understands the importance of great customer service and the needs of older people.

• Currently holds or is prepared to train for Level 2 Food Safety in Catering.

At Abbeyfield, we provide accommodation for independent, elderly residents in our two small friendly homes in Ryde. Working within our homes means there will be regular interaction with residents, and it is for this reason that personality is equally as important as your skill within the kitchen.

Although no care duties will be required, you will need to show support to residents in their day-to-day lives, by being approachable, friendly and willing to make time for them.

This is a part time role - Thursday and Friday, 9.30am to 1.30pm and 4.30pm to 6.30pm, together with one weekend per month (approximately 10 days per month). 

An enhanced DBS check will be required for this opportunity.

Previous applicants need not apply