Overview
Cook - Experience needed. 3 days per wk. 25.5 hrs
Location: Whiteabbey Care Home, Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland
Responsibilities
* Lead, motivate and direct a team of kitchen colleagues to deliver a first class catering service to residents in the Home in the absence of the Cook Manager.
* Prepare menus in consultation with the Cook Manager, Home Manager, residents, families and catering committees; ensure nutritional needs and dietary choices are understood and met; ensure quantity and quality meet required standards.
* Prepare beverages and snacks; plan and deliver set menus when required by the Cook Manager.
* Assist with stock taking, stock rotation and storage; check deliveries.
* Monitor and replenish kitchen and food stocks; maintain records in line with procedures.
* Ensure hygiene and food safety standards are maintained; maintain dining area presentation; supervise other kitchen staff as needed.
Qualifications
* 1 year experience working in a kitchen environment
* Knowledge of HACCP
Benefits
* Competitive salary (£12.88 hourly)
* Generous holiday entitlement
* Access to training and career development
* Free onsite parking
* Free uniform
* NEST workplace pension contributions
Additional information
Date Posted: 8 September 2025; Closing Date: 24 September 2025; Location: Whiteabbey Care Home, 104 Doagh Road, Newtownabbey, BT37 9QP
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