Location
London

Hours
Full Time (35 hours per week)

Salary
£32,442 per annum

About the Role
Join the team at Evergreen Day Centre, providing day care for older people with physical disabilities and early stages of dementia. This permanent role involves responsibility for the main kitchen, including supervision of the assistant cook. You will prepare and cook appropriate quantities of food, taking into account the specific cultural, religious, dietary needs, and personal preferences of individual day centre users. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a supportive and inclusive environment that values diversity and promotes wellbeing.

Working for Our Organisation
Islington Council is committed to challenging inequality and creating a more equal borough where everyone has the chance to thrive. We live by our CARE values: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. As one of the largest employers in the area, we offer a supportive workplace culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Our Offer to You
- Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
- Learning and development opportunities
- Competitive pay with a commitment to the London Living Wage minimum
- Excellent local government pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
- Local discounts from restaurants, shops, and health and beauty providers

Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workforce where all colleagues feel valued and respected. We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to unlawful discrimination and actively promote a culture of inclusion through policies, data-driven practices, and collaboration with colleague forums and trade unions.

Pre-Employment Checks
Employment is subject to successful completion of pre-employment checks including proof of address, right to work in the UK, references, occupational health clearance, professional qualifications, and an enhanced DBS check with adult barred list.

Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post requires an enhanced DBS check with adult barred list, qualifications check, and 3-5 years referencing.

Disability Confident Scheme
Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and provides support for reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and career.

Experience
Experience working in a kitchen environment is desirable but not essential. Ability to supervise and work collaboratively within a team is important.

About You
You will be committed to providing high-quality meals that meet the diverse cultural, religious, and dietary needs of service users. You should be reliable, organised, and able to work independently and as part of a team in a supportive environment.

Qualifications
Relevant food hygiene qualifications are desirable. Enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references are required prior to employment.