Do you enjoy helping people, building relationships and making a positive impact in your local community? Woking Borough Council is looking for a caring, reliable and customer-focused Community Meals Officer to join our Community Meals team at Hale End Court. This rewarding role is at the heart of supporting older and vulnerable residents to maintain their independence, wellbeing and quality of life. You'll be responsible for delivering a high-quality meal service, providing daily welfare checks and creating a welcoming dining experience where residents feel valued, supported and connected.
- Preparing, serving and monitoring nutritious meals for residents.
- Providing friendly day-to-day support and welfare observations.
- Building positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues.
- Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, health and safety and record keeping.
- Supporting residents with dignity, respect and compassion.
- Working closely with Housing, Careline and other support services when concerns arise.
- Helping create a positive, social environment that promotes wellbeing and independence. Enjoys working with people and has excellent customer service skills.
- Is caring, patient and committed to delivering excellent services.
- Can work independently and use their initiative.
- Has good organisational and record-keeping skills.
- Understands the importance of safeguarding vulnerable adults.
- Is a team player with a flexible and positive attitude.
- Previous experience within hospitality, catering, health, care, community services or customer service would be beneficial, but just as important is your commitment to supporting residents and delivering outstanding service. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Statement Surrey is included in the Local Government Reorganisation plans, with new unitary councils expected to be established by April 2027. Woking Borough Council remains committed to delivering high-quality services to residents throughout this period of change. While we understand that applicants may feel uncertain about joining us during this transition, it is anticipated that most employees will transfer to the new unitary councils. This reorganisation may also present new career development opportunities across the region. UK Visa Sponsorship We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.
At Woking Borough Council, you'll be part of a dedicated team that makes a real difference in people's lives every single day.
- A rewarding and varied role.
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Flexible benefits package.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Supportive and friendly colleagues.
- The opportunity to contribute directly to resident wellbeing and independence.
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Community Meals Officer employer: Woking Borough Council
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