Overview
Cook - 16 hrs per week at Croagh Patrick Care Home, Donaghadee, Northern Ireland. Reporting to the Cook Manager and Home Manager, you will step in during the absence of the Cook Manager to support the running of the catering operation within the Home.
Responsibilities
* Lead, motivate and direct a team of kitchen colleagues to deliver a first-class catering service to residents within the Home.
* Prepare menus in consultation with the Cook Manager, Home Manager, residents, families, and catering committees. Understand nutritional needs and ensure the quantity and quality of all food served meet required nutritional standards.
* Prepare beverages and snacks throughout the day in line with residents' needs and choices.
* Plan and deliver set menus in the absence of the Cook Manager; assist with stock taking, stock rotation, and storage of stock, including checking and receiving deliveries when required.
* Monitor and replenish kitchen and food stocks, maintaining records in line with Company procedures.
* Ensure the presentation of dining areas and supervise other kitchen staff as required.
* Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and food preparation to meet environmental food safety standards.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Required: 1 year experience working in a kitchen environment.
* Desirable: Knowledge of HACCP.
Skills and attributes
* Experienced and capable Cook; able to work under own initiative in a fast-paced environment.
* Polite, courteous, energetic and outgoing; a team player who engages well with others.
* Willing to contribute towards enhancing quality and service levels for all service users; adaptable and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.
Benefits and learning
* Competitive salary
* Generous holiday entitlement
* Access to excellent training and career development opportunities
* Free onsite parking and uniform
* NEST workplace pension contributions
Location and dates
Location: Croagh Patrick Care Home, 235 Millisle Road, Donaghadee, Northern Ireland, BT21 0LN
Date Posted: 1 September 2025 • Closing Date: 17 September 2025
Job Type
Part-time
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