Newry
Reed Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting a Cook for our client located in Newry Hours: 36 hours per week (8.00am-6.00pm, 4 days per week) Pay Rate: £16.73 per hour Role Purpose To manage the day-to-day running of the kitchen, preparing and serving high-quality meals and snacks whilst maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness. Key Responsibilities Take charge of the kitchen and oversee daily food production. Prepare and serve meals in line with menus, recipes, portion controls, and quality standards. Order ingredients and manage kitchen stock effectively. Support the training and supervision of catering staff. Ensure residents are offered choice and meals meet individual dietary requirements. Maintain a clean and safe working environment, following infection control procedures. Adhere to HACCP, Food Hygiene, Health & Safety, and Fire Safety regulations, including record keeping. Report faulty equipment, maintenance issues, or hazards promptly. Maintain confidentiality of resident information. Attend mandatory training and staff meetings. Person Specification Essential Catering qualification. Knowledge of HACCP, food hygiene, and health & safety regulations. Good organisational and communication skills. Flexible approach to working weekends and shift patterns. Satisfactory Access NI check. Desirable Previous experience in a similar role. Knowledge of IDDSI guidance. Experience working within a care home or healthcare setting. If you are ready for a new career move, please submit an up-to-date CV today via the "Apply" link or can call the Branch and speak to Donna TPBN1_UKCT