22 hours per week
*Please note that we do not currently offer any Tier 2 sponsorship*
About the role
We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic and flexible individual to work in our restaurant, which is based in Hartrigg Oaks, a high-quality registered care home that offers older people a relaxed, safe and welcoming place to live. The restaurant is open to all residents within the Hartrigg Oaks care community.
Reporting to the Catering Manager, this role will support with the planning, preparing, cooking, presentation and management of the food production, ensuring that the highest standards of quality and safety are adhered to at all times. We offer a multi choice, varied menu, which is nutritionally well balanced and created, wherever possible, with locally sourced produce. We feel it is important to contribute to the sustainability of the wider community that we are part of.
Please note that this role is for set days: every Friday and Saturday, plus every other Sunday.
About you
You will have significant experience within a food production environment, with a level 2 Food Safety qualification and related qualification. You will be able to create nutritional and attractive dishes as well as evidencing a knowledge of food trends and exceptional customer service. We are looking for a self-motivated and reliable individual who is a good communicator. The ability to work as part of a team is vital to this role. If you want to work in a fast-paced and rewarding environment, then look no further.
Please note that this role will be subject to a DBS check.
How to apply
To apply, please complete the online application.
Closing date for applications is Sunday 6th December 2026.
Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing on an on-going basis and reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received.
Additional Information
We are a values driven organisation and our values drive our behaviours. We’re at our best when we’re continually building on trust, showing we care and making a difference – and we hope others will do the same. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace, where all colleagues can be themselves.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At JRHT we believe in giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, race, sex, sexual orientation, trans status or social economic background. We positively encourage applications from people with experience of living in poverty.
As part of our commitment to equity and specifically anti-racism, we operate an anonymised recruitment process so that bias is eliminated from the shortlisting process.
We are a Disability Confident Employer. This means that we are committed to the recruitment, progression and retention of disabled individuals. We offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the job. If you have a disability, please tell us if you would like to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme.
About us
The Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust (JRHT) has a rich history as a provider of housing and care services. Founded in 1904, JRHT is now a Community Benefit Society (CBS) along with the Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF), forms the JRF-JRHT Group. JRHT shares a vision with JRF for a prosperous UK without poverty.
JRHT provides housing and care services, predominantly in York, but also in Leeds, Scarborough and Hartlepool, as well as other smaller communities in North and East Yorkshire. JRHT currently own and manage over 2,500 homes, which include:
- homes for general needs, supported housing, and housing for elderly people;
- low-cost home-ownership properties;
- care suites/rooms and leasehold schemes for elderly people;
JRHT strives to be a housing association that is sustainable and engaging, providing high quality and continuously improving services and decent affordable homes in well managed communities prioritising those in greatest need.
Benefits
What we offer
It's more than just a benefits package – it's support where you need it most
At JRHT, we know that work is only one part of life. That's why we've developed a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security, personal development and work-life balance.
Whether you're helping to provide homes, care, support services or working behind the scenes to make it all happen, every role contributes to our purpose. In return, we offer a range of benefits that help you thrive both inside and outside of work.
The benefits package includes:
- 33 days paid holiday including bank holidays with the option to buy or sell more.
- Wellbeing Hub, face-to-face counselling, access to staff network groups and an Employee Support Programme offering confidential support 24/7, 365 days a year.
- Excellent Pension Scheme with a 6% employer contribution, plus Death in Service.
- Cost of living support with discounts and vouchers with 800+ retailers, utility services and supermarkets via the Rewards Portal.
- Emergency Leave, Carers Leave and enhanced new-parent and adoption pay.
- Health Care Cash Plan and gym membership discounts.
- Free on-site parking, Season ticket Travel Loan and a Cycle To Work Scheme.
For the full list of the JRF benefits, please click here.
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