Healthcare Ireland Group- LONGFIELD CARE HOME
Cook
Are you an experienced Cook with a passion for food?
The Home
Longfield Care Home is situated in the outskirts of the Village of Eglinton and ten miles from the city of Derry. Longfield Care Home facilitates 35 General Nursing residents in the Foyle Unit & Faughan Unit, and 11 Residential Dementia residents in the Moore Suite Unit. Longfield Care Home received two awards at the 2024 Staff Nursing Awards. The Home Manager was highly commended in the Home Manager of the Year category. The second award was won by our Team Leader, she won the Care Assistant of the Year award.
The Role
The food our residents eat plays a key part in the care we offer and as a result, the role of Cook is essential in our mission to provide excellent care. The Cook works closely with the Chef, supporting with menu planning, meal preparation, kitchen management and ensuring compliance with the necessary regulatory standards.
The Cook has a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of our residents through the provision of high-quality, person-centred dining experiences.
This role is about a lot more than preparing meals; it is essential in ensuring the dietary needs of our residents are met in addition to managing a safe and positive working environment for the team.
Responsibilities:
1. Support the kitchen team along with the Chef, providing the necessary training and support, encouraging development, motivation and best practice.
2. Effective and efficient planning, preparation, and delivery of all aspects of food preparation and cooking.
3. Ensuring operational standards comply.
4. Assist with monitoring the home’s catering budget.
5. Assist with developing and creating varied and interesting menus.
6. Ensure that stock ordering and rotation is organised in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
7. Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager.
The Benefits:
* Paid annual leave
* The chance to be part of a growing healthcare company
* 4 weekly pay
* Continuous professional development and training
* Values-led culture
* Overtime available at an enhanced rate
* Opportunities for progression
* Pension plan (if applicable)
* Attractive hourly rate
* Access NI fee paid for
* Uniforms and PPE provided
* Monthly incentives and recognition awards
* Free parking
We do not offer sponsorship for this role.
Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
What you will need:
Required criteria:
* Right to Work in the UK.
* Minimum 2 years’ experience as Cook in a food preparation/ kitchen environment or a similar role.
* Hold a basic Food Safety certificate.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Basic understanding of the dietary needs, nutritional and cultural requirements of elderly people.
* The ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
* Have basic knowledge of HACCP, COSHH and Health and Safety.
Desired criteria:
* Experience in a care home or healthcare environment is desirable but not essential.
If you're passionate about making a difference and are seeking a rewarding career in healthcare, we welcome you to explore opportunities with us and help continue our legacy of excellence in care.
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