Assistant Chef

Who are Codi Group

Codi is a not-for-profit with a big heart and an even bigger mission. As Wales largest provider of housing care and support were here to help people live well feel supported and rise to their full potential.

Every day our teams support nearly 17000 individuals across Wales with services that make a real and uplifting difference to their everyday lives.

Our name says it all: Codi means rise in Welsh. It reflects who we are where we come from and our ambition to lift expectations lift communities and lift each other.

About the role

Ty Llwynderwis an extra care service comprising of 25 apartments for over 65withcare and support needsthat blends the freedom of independent living with the reassurance of onsite care providers with a package of care suited to their needs. Alongside this we have a residential suite which we provide 3 meals a day for our residents who have cognitive impairment.

This is more than just a kitchen itsa vibrant community where your passion for food can truly make a difference. Ifyourelooking for a rewarding role in catering this is your chance to be part of something exciting from the very start!

As Assistant Chefyoullcreate delicious nutritious meals for our tenants each day sourcing fresh ingredients and ensuring top Health & Safety the catering team and design menus that cater to cultural and dietary needs making mealtimes something everyone looks forward to. Because great food brings people together!

Skills and Experience Needed

• Great communicatorYoullwork closely withtheService Managerfood serviceassistants and tenants. Being friendly and approachable isa must!

• Kitchen experience Youwill need some experienceworkingin a professional fresh-food kitchen and hold a basic catering & first aid qualifications (QCF/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent).

• Organised and detail-focused From chopping and mixing to paperworkyoullhandle menu planning stock control HACCP records food hygiene compliance and to take pride in keeping the kitchen spotless and understand the importance of Health & Safety and Food Safety.

• Team player Positive supportive and inclusive attitude towards colleagues and tenants.

Values

At Codi our values are Compassionate Authentic and Progressive. When you join us youll embrace these principles and thrive in an environment shaped by them.

Pay and Pensions

• Annual salary of 25056 FTE
• Pension Choices:
  • Defined Contribution (DC) Scheme with matched contributions up to 10%. Or
  • Defined Benefit (DB) 1/80th of final salary for every year of service.
• 3 x Life Cover linked to pension membership
• Saving scheme with competitive interest rate
• Give As You Earn scheme for tax efficient charity donations
• From 1st April 2026 the option to be either weekly or monthly paid.

Take a glimpse into our work and find out more about our Pay & Benefits: Codi Perks & Benefits

FREDIE

At Codi Group we are guided in all that we do by a group of principles that we call FREDIE these are: Fairness Respect Equality Diversity Inclusion Engagement. This means that whatever your background you will have an equal opportunity to rise with us and we encourage you to apply now.

If you would like any support with your application or to discuss any adjustments that you may require to support you to application process please contact or 0 quoting job ref 509973

How do you apply

If you have the skills and experience required please follow the prompts to apply now. We just need an up-to-date CV along with a few contact details so that we can get back in touch with you. We are interviewing quickly and occasionally close our jobs early so please dont delay in applying.