Cook

SeeMe Hired Ltd; Ballynahinch; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Training & development

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Spa Nursing Group is seeking a Casual Cook to support Oakridge Care Home, Redburn Clinic and Spa Nursing Home in Ballynahinch. You will prepare nutritious meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs while keeping the kitchen clean and compliant with safety rules.

The role is casual with shifts and pays £13.80 per hour, weekly. Experience in care kitchen settings and a Basic Food Hygiene certificate are desirable; training and support are provided.

Qualifications

• Compassion, understanding and positivity in supporting residents’ nutritional needs.
• Experience in cooking, ideally within a care setting or catering environment.
• Ownership of a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Understanding of dietary requirements (IDDSI, allergens, diabetes, etc.).
• Commitment to hygiene, food safety and statutory regulations.
• Organisational skills for stock management, waste control and menu planning.
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
• Medical fitness to carry out physical requirements of the role.

Responsibilities

• As a Cook, prepare meals and snacks in line with dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across all food prep and storage areas.
• Manage stock, place orders and control waste to improve cost-efficiency.
• Plan varied, balanced menus and supervise kitchen assistants as needed.
• Complete paperwork including food safety records and compliance documents.
• Ensure adherence to COSHH and HACCP regulations.

Skills

Compassion

Understanding

Positivity

Cooking experience

Basic Food Hygiene

Dietary requirements

Hygiene & compliance

Stock management

Live and work in UK

Medical fitness

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Cook (Casual)

About Us

For over twenty years, we have taken great pride in providing exceptional care to our residents. Each person in our homes is valued as an individual and we are committed to fostering a warm, supportive and inclusive community where everyone feels cherished and respected.

A career in care goes beyond the care team itself—it takes a dedicated support network to ensure our homes run smoothly and remain a safe, welcoming environment. We believe that compassion, understanding and positivity are not only the key traits we look for in our team—but also the values we live by in supporting our employees.

We are proud of our outstanding team and passionate about developing our people. As an Opening Doors employer with Business in the Community Northern Ireland, we are committed to making our workplaces more inclusive and connecting untapped talent through underrepresented groups. We encourage continuous learning through training, external development opportunities and financial support for further education.

About the role

About the Role

This role is on a casual basis with shifts available in Oakridge Care Home, Redburn Clinic and Spa Nursing Home.

The homes range in size from 65 beds to 19 beds and provide general nursing care, EMI and residential care.

As a Cook, you will play a vital role in ensuring residents receive nutritious, high-quality meals tailored to their dietary needs. You will be responsible for preparing meals & snacks in line with residents’ dietary requirements while maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in all food preparation and storage areas. Managing stock efficiently, ordering supplies and controlling waste will be key aspects of the role, ensuring cost-effectiveness and sustainability. You will plan varied and balanced menus that accommodate dietary restrictions and likes, while also providing clear instruction and supervision to any kitchen assistants. In addition, you will complete necessary paperwork, including food safety records and compliance documentation, ensuring adherence to statutory regulations such as COSHH and HACCP.

About You

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who take pride in their culinary skills and are passionate about delivering high-quality care through food. The most important qualities we look for are:

• Compassion, understanding and positivity in supporting residents’ nutritional needs.

• Experience in cooking, ideally within a care setting or catering environment.

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (or willing to obtain).

• Understanding of dietary requirements e.g. IDDSI, allergen, diabetes etc.

• A commitment to hygiene, food safety and compliance with statutory regulations.

• Organisational skills for stock management, waste control and menu planning.

• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.

• Medical fitness to carry out physical requirements of the role.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and inclusive workplace where your contributions are valued.

• A competitive salary of £13.80 per hour (paid weekly).

• Training and development opportunities to help you grow in your career.

• Supportive leadership and a team that cares about your well-being.

Additional Information

Interviews may take place via video call.

This role involves substantial access to vulnerable adults. The successful candidate will be offered the position subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Check through Access NI. Regulated posts will also require a check of the adult barred list.

Spa Nursing Group is an equal opportunities employer. We wholeheartedly support Equality and Diversity in employment and oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination.

About the company

Spa Nursing Home Group provides compassionate, person-centered care across a network of residential and nursing homes. Guided by our values of compassion, understanding and positivity we support older adults and individuals with complex needs to live with dignity and joy. Our specialist branch, Town & Country Care Homes, offers tailored support for people with learning disabilities, ensuring every individual thrives in a safe and nurturing environment.

Required Criteria

• Compassion, understanding and positivity in supporting residents’ nutritional needs.
• Experience in cooking, ideally within a care setting or catering environment.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (or willing to obtain).
• Understanding of dietary requirements e.g. IDDSI, allergen, diabetes etc.
• A commitment to hygiene, food safety and compliance with statutory regulations.
• Organisational skills for stock management, waste control and menu planning.
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
• Medical fitness to carry out physical requirements of the role.

Desired Criteria

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