Overview
Electus Healthcare are currently recruiting for a Cook. This is a great opportunity for an experienced, forward thinking Cook to enhance their career leading the catering team. We are looking for an individual that will be passionate about food and understand the importance of the home using fresh ingredients to provide the highest quality of food and beverages to our residents.
Location: Larne Care Centre, 46 Coastguard Road
Responsibilities
* Provide appetising and nutritious meals for our residents, in line with the company menu and individual preferences.
* Ensure all food preparation meets the requirements of COSHH, Food safety and health & safety regulations
* Manage food budgets and stocks, place food orders.
* Check deliveries as required and place them in the appropriate storage areas.
* Ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained in all areas of the kitchen.
* Overall kitchen staff management, training, recruiting and rota.
* Work a mixture of day shifts over a 7 day rota.
Requirements
* Level 2 in Food Safety
* Minimum of 1 year's experience in a similar role
Full training and support is provided to ensure that a high standard of catering is maintained at all times.
About The Company
Electus Healthcare, a Northern Ireland based Care Home provider specialising in Nursing, Residential, Mental Health, Dementia, Learning Disability and Physical Disability Care. The word Electus means 'Chosen' in Latin. Electus Healthcare’s vision is to provide exceptional care by people who have ‘Chosen to Care’. We foster a culture where our People embody our Values and Behaviours, embracing Inclusivity, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our Mission - To enable Residents to have a meaningful, fulfilled, and independent life, within a ‘risk safe’ and well led environment.
Company Culture
Electus Healthcare are a new and dynamic healthcare provider, specialising in delivering the highest possible standards of person centred care. Electus have eight care homes in Northern Ireland, offering a range of services from nursing, dementia, mental health and complex needs care. We foster the professional development of our team members, investing in training and skill building opportunities that help to boost confidence and ability. The Electus culture promotes teamwork and supporting one another to provide the best care possible for our residents.
Job Details
* Closing Date: Tuesday 16th September, 2025
* Contract Type: Full-time
* Salary: £14.27 per hour
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities
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