Eldon Housing Association

Join Our Team Weekend Kitchen Assistant role available! Location: South Croydon, CR2 8DH Hours: Saturdays and Sundays; 1pm 7pm (12 hours) Salary: 12.87 per hour (rising to £13.32 per hour after a successful probation of 6 months) Eldon Housing is an established provider of Sheltered Housing and Facilities Management Services. We are proud to provide high standards of service to older people across several care schemes in the Croydon area, with a strong reputation for delivering safe, comfortable, and supportive homes. We aim to provide an inclusive and diverse working environment where people are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a dedicated and reliable Weekend Kitchen Assistant to work at one of our schemes, ensuring seamless operations during peak times. The Role You will work as part of an experienced and committed catering team, based at one of our Croydon based schemes, Langley Oaks, where you will assist in the kitchen as instructed by the Chef or Cook. Key Duties: Assist the Chef with preparation, cooking and service of food. Serve meals and beverages to residents. Set up and clear dining areas, wash crockery, cutlery, and kitchen equipment. Maintain high levels of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen at all times. Follow all food safety, health and safety procedures and COSHH regulations. Support the Chef or Cook as required and collaborate with catering staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service. Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience Required: Catering experience in a commercial kitchen. CIEH Level 2 (minimum) Food Hygiene and Safety Certificate or equivalent. Ability to follow instruction and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Supportive and committed to our organisation s aims and values. Reliable, punctual and willing to learn. Team-focused with a catering and respectful approach. Desirable: Health and Safety / COSHH training certificate. Our Benefits Include: Healthcare Cash Back Plan worth up to £1, 300 per year on your routine healthcare costs after probation. Employee Advice Line, offering a 24-hour confidential advice service after probation. Employee Recognition Schemes, including Employee Excellence Award and additional holiday for qualifying service. A comprehensive induction and training programme with on-going development. Genuine career development opportunities. Paid Professional Subscriptions. Free on-site parking. In the first instance, please submit an up-to-date CV. Upon receipt of a CV, long-listed candidates will then be invited to complete an application form, detailing full employment history and suitability for the role. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required, as well as full employment history and references will be taken up. Eldon Housing is committed to Equality and Diversity. We will process your data for recruitment purposes only. Application closing date: 20/03/2026 Eldon Housing Passionate Professional Caring!

Join Our Team Cook role available! Location: South Croydon, CR2 8DH Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and alternate between working Saturday and Sunday (30 hours a week; 8am 3pm) Salary: £14.29 per hour (rising to £14.79 per hour after a successful probation of 6 months) Contract Type: Permanent Eldon Housing is an established provider of Sheltered Housing and Facilities Management Services. We are proud to provide high standards of service to older people across several care schemes in the Croydon area, with a strong reputation for delivering safe, comfortable, and supportive homes. We aim to provide an inclusive and diverse working environment where people are at the heart of everything we do. The Role We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Cook to join our team. If you have experience, we want to hear from you! Requirements: Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices in the kitchen. Excellent culinary skills with the ability to prepare a wide range of dishes. Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational skills with attention to detail in food presentation. A passion for cooking and creating innovative meal options for customers. Food Safety Level 2 or 3, with a willingness to take more training. At least 1 years experience as a Cook. Duties: Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to established recipes and standards. Assist in the development of new menu items, ensuring creativity and seasonal relevance. Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene in the kitchen at all times. Oversee kitchen operations, including inventory management and ordering supplies as needed. Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service. Train and mentor junior kitchen staff in food preparation techniques and safety practices. Monitor food quality during preparation and presentation, ensuring consistency across all dishes. Assist with special events or catering services as required. Our Benefits Include: Healthcare Cash Back Plan worth up to £1, 300 per year on your routine healthcare costs after probation. Employee Advice Line, offering a 24-hour confidential advice service after probation. Employee Recognition Schemes, including Employee Excellence Award and additional holiday for qualifying service. A comprehensive induction and training programme with on-going development. Genuine career development opportunities. Paid Professional Subscriptions. Free on-site parking. In the first instance, please submit an up-to-date CV. Upon receipt of a CV, long-listed candidates will then be invited to complete an application form, detailing full employment history and suitability for the role. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required, as well as full employment history and references will be taken up. Eldon Housing is committed to Equality and Diversity. We will process your data for recruitment purposes only. Our Values Passionate Professional Caring!