Chef

Healthcare Ireland Group; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 1,929,000 - 2,342,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Free parking

Pension plan

Overtime enhanced

Opportunities for progression

Job summary

Oak Tree Manor in Dunmurry, Lisburn, part of Healthcare Ireland Group, is seeking an experienced Chef to lead the kitchen team and deliver high-quality, person-centred dining for residents. You will plan menus, supervise staff, and ensure regulatory standards are met within a supportive home environment.

The role emphasizes dietary needs, safety, and teamwork with care staff to enhance residents’ wellbeing and comfort. A strong kitchen operation and commitment to quality are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as Chef or similar role.
• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Management or Professional Cookery.
• Advanced Food Safety certification is required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a small team and ensure standards.
• Plan nutritious meals with dietary considerations (IDDSI).
• Knowledge of HACCP, COSHH and Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver all food preparations efficiently.
• Supervise catering team and ensure operational standards.
• Monitor kitchen budget within company guidelines.
• Develop varied and interesting menus.
• Manage stock ordering and rotation efficiently.
• Undertake other duties as designated by the Home Manager.

Skills

5 years experience

NVQ Level 3 Diploma

Advanced Food Safety

Interpersonal skills

Team management

Menu planning

IDDSI knowledge

HACCP knowledge

Right to Work in UK

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma

Job description

Are you an experienced Chef with a passion for food?

The Home

Oak Tree Manor is a beautiful, modern care and nursing home in Dunmurry, Lisburn. Enjoying a quiet location with lovely views, this bright and spacious residence offers professional, person-centred care for people over the age of 65, including those living with dementia, requiring nursing or palliative attention.

We create a comfortable home-from-home environment, where residents can feel safe and relaxed. The facilities available within the home are designed to enable residents to be as independent as possible, with the benefit of 24 hour support and care around the clock.

Offering an optimal care and wellbeing service, you can expect our kind and compassionate carers and nurses, who are highly-trained and experienced, to truly listen to our residents’ individual needs and wishes, and follow their bespoke care plans. Plus, our whole team approach to wellbeing means that everyone feels part of our lovely, welcoming community.

The accommodation at Oak Tree Manor features attractively decorated and beautifully furnished private bedrooms, complete with en suite bathrooms and pleasant views. Residents are very welcome to bring their own home accessories and furniture, to personalise their space and make it their home.

The Role

The food our residents eat plays a key part in the care we offer and as a result, the role of Chef is essential in our mission to provide excellent care. The Chef is responsible for menu planning, meal preparation, kitchen management and ensuring compliance with the necessary regulatory standards.

This is a leadership role, managing the kitchen team in addition to working closely with the care teams and management of the Home. The Chef 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, this role 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.

About The Role

Main Responsibilities

• Effective and efficient planning, preparation, and delivery of all aspects of food preparation and cooking
• Supervising and motivating the catering team and ensuring operational standards comply
• Responsible for monitoring the home’s catering budget within Healthcare Ireland’s standards
• Researches, develops, and creates varied and interesting menus
• Ensures that stock ordering and rotation is organised in an efficient and cost-effective manner
• 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
• 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.

Required Criteria

• Right to Work in the UK.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as Chef or a similar role.
• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Management/ NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery.
• Hold an advanced Food Safety certificate.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to manage a small team, ensuring the kitchen provision operates in line with company expectations, the necessary standards and regulations, whilst providing an exceptional service to our residents.
• Capable of planning nutritious meals, taking into account specific dietary requirements as well as have an understanding of IDDSI modified foods.
• Have knowledge of HACCP, COSHH and Health and Safety, updating this knowledge regularly.

Desired Criteria

• Experience in a care home is desirable but not essential.

About The Company

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.

Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.

Company Culture

We’re always on the look out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance.

Our passionate, ever-growing team means that you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in people’s lives.

Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we’d love to have you join the team.

Company Benefits

Healthcare Ireland Group is not just a workplace; it's a community where your work has a purpose, and your contributions are valued.

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 .

Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Free parking, Competitive salary, Social Opportunities, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, On the job learning

Salary

£15.03 per hour