Cook

Healthcare Ireland Group

Dungannon

On-site

GBP 16,000 - 22,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Overtime available at enhanced rate

Pension plan (if applicable)

Uniforms and PPE provided

Monthly incentives and recognition

Free parking

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Nightingale Care Home in Dungannon is seeking an experienced Cook to join our caring team. You will support with menu planning, meal preparation, kitchen management and regulatory standards to deliver high-quality dining experiences for residents.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to dietary needs of elderly residents, with benefits including paid leave, pension, and opportunities for progression. Equal opportunities employer.

Qualifications

Right to Work in UK.
Minimum 2 years’ experience as Cook in a kitchen environment.
Hold a basic Food Safety certificate.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Basic understanding of dietary needs of elderly residents.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
Knowledge of HACCP, COSHH and Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

Support the kitchen team with the Chef, providing training and development.
Plan, prepare, and deliver all aspects of food preparation and cooking.
Ensure operational standards comply.
Assist with monitoring the home’s catering budget.
Assist with developing and creating varied menus.
Ensure stock ordering and rotation is efficient and cost-effective.
Undertake other duties as designated by the Home Manager.

Skills

Right to Work in UK

2+ years Cook experience

Basic Food Safety certificate

Interpersonal & communication skills

Dietary needs for elderly

Fast-paced environment

HACCP COSHH Health & Safety knowledge

Job description

Are you an experienced Cook with a passion for food?

Join the Caring Team at Nightingale Care Home

Nestled in the scenic surroundings of Dungannon with stunning views over Black Lough, Nightingale Care Home offers a warm and welcoming environment for our residents. Conveniently located within walking distance of the Ulster Bus Depot and with easy access to the motorway, our home is easily accessible for both staff and visitors.

We provide specialised care across 34 General Nursing beds and 10 General Residential beds, with a dedicated focus on delivering the highest quality of personalised care to meet each resident’s unique needs.

At Nightingale, our motto is: “May all who enter as guests leave as friends.” If you share our passion for compassionate, person-centred care, we’d love to welcome you to our team.

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, 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

Support the kitchen team along with the Chef, providing the necessary training and support, encouraging development, motivation and best practice.
Effective and efficient planning, preparation, and delivery of all aspects of food preparation and cooking
Ensuring operational standards comply
Assist with monitoring the home’s catering budget
Assist with developing and creating varied and interesting menus
Ensure 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.
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.

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 .