Community Meals Officer

Make a difference every day

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.

What you'll be doing

• 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.

About you

We're looking for someone who:

• 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.

Why join us?

At Woking Borough Council, you'll be part of a dedicated team that makes a real difference in people's lives every single day. We offer:

• 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.

Additional Information

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check due to regular contact with vulnerable adults.

Help us make every mealtime matter.

If you're passionate about supporting people, providing excellent service and being part of a team that genuinely improves lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and join our Community Meals team.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Becky Stevens, Community Meals Team Leader) on 01483 743677 or Ashley Harden-Boyle, Living Well Manager (Community Meals) on 01483 743984

Closing Date: 15 October 2026 - 23:55pm

Interview Date:  TBC