At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents in a caring environment.
- Company: Warm and welcoming residential home in Newry, Co Down.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, paid leave, free meals, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Flexible hours with a supportive team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives through delicious, home-cooked meals.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Cook and knowledge of food hygiene standards.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 30000 £ per year.
Our client, a residential home based in the Newry area, Co Down is seeking a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic Cook to join their warm and welcoming residential care home. If you have a passion for preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals and enjoy making a positive difference to people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
You will be responsible for preparing fresh, balanced meals for our residents while maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene and safety. You'll work closely with the management team to ensure individual dietary requirements, allergies, and personal preferences are always catered for.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve nutritious, appetising meals and snacks.
- Plan varied menus that meet residents' nutritional needs.
- Cater for special diets, allergies, and cultural preferences.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen.
- Ensure compliance with Food Hygiene and Health & Safety regulations.
- Monitor food stock, place orders, and minimise waste.
- Work within allocated budgets while maintaining quality.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as a Cook (care home, school, catering, or similar environment preferred).
- Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
- Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above desirable).
- Good organisational and time management skills.
- A caring, compassionate approach and excellent teamwork.
- Reliability and flexibility.
What We Offer
- Competitive rate of pay.
- Paid annual leave.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Supportive and friendly working environment.
- Free meals whilst on duty.
- Opportunity to make a real difference every day.
Hours of work - 7.30am-4.30pm on Sat & Sunday + one day during the week.
Apply Today! If you're passionate about cooking and want to help improve the lives of our residents through delicious, nutritious meals, we'd love to hear from you. Please forward your CV via link below or contact for further details.
Benefits:
- Meal Allowance / Canteen
- Paid Holidays
- Parking
Cook/Chef Residential Home in Newry employer: Alchemy Recruitment Solutions
Join our caring and supportive team at a residential home in Newry, where your culinary skills will not only satisfy appetites but also enhance the quality of life for our residents. We offer competitive pay, ongoing training, and a friendly work environment, along with free meals during shifts, making it an ideal place for those who are passionate about cooking and making a difference in people's lives.
Contact Details:
Alchemy Recruitment Solutions Recruitment Team
