Canteen Cook in Newry

At Norbrook we are seeking a dedicated Canteen Cook to join our team, preparing high-quality meals for our employees while ensuring the kitchen and canteen operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with all regulatory and internal standards. The role requires a strong commitment to food safety, hygiene, and customer service, supporting a culture of excellence and well-being within our workplace. The role also requires flexibility to work across Norbrook sites in line with operational requirements, ensuring consistent service standards and compliance across the business.

Main Activities/Tasks:

• Prepare and cook breakfast and lunch services for Norbrook employees, following approved menus and dietary requirements.
• Serve meals to customers, managing any point-of-sale transactions and assisting with portion control.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and canteen, ensuring compliance with HACCP, COSHH, and internal SOPs.
• Monitor fridge, freezer, and storage temperatures, record readings, and take corrective action as required; maintain accurate logs for audits.
• Receive deliveries, check items for accuracy, and manage stock rotation and proper storage of all food and drinks.
• Assist in stock inventory management, ordering supplies as needed in coordination with suppliers and facilities.
• Support private functions and special events as required, preparing and serving meals to agreed standards.
• Provide excellent customer service, responding to inquiries and resolving any concerns promptly.
• Work flexibly across Norbrook sites as required, adhering to site-specific induction, safety, and operational procedures.
• Participate in internal audits, quality checks, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain compliance and efficiency.

Essential Criteria:

• Educated to NVQ level 2 in a relevant catering or hospitality qualification.
• Minimum 2 years' experience within a similar role; e.g. a school, college, institutional or workplace canteen.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Proven customer service skills with a positive, proactive approach.
• Ability to follow internal SOPs, HACCP, and COSHH procedures, and maintain accurate records for audit purposes.
• Flexibility to work across Norbrook sites in line with business needs.

Desirable Criteria:

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Flexibility to support additional duties, including private functions and special events.

The following skills and attributes will also be tested at application and interview stages:

• A strong can do attitude.
• Willing to learn all elements of the daily canteen operation.
• Strong communication skills.
• Flexibility to the needs of role including occasional private functions.

Duration: Full time, permanent

Location: Newry

Additional Information: Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the time of their application. Applicants who are unable to provide this proof will not be considered. We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted.

Benefits:

• Free Life Assurance.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• 32 days annual leave.
• Wedding Leave.
• Company Sick Pay.
• Employee well-being initiatives.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• On-site free parking.
• Canteen Facilities.
• Employee Perks scheme.
• Discounted Car Insurance.
• Annual Employee raffle.
• Employee Recognition scheme.
• Career development opportunities.

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