Cook Manager

MD Healthcare Ltd; Ballyclare; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Ballyclare is looking for a Cook Manager to lead catering operations at Rathmena House. The role involves managing catering staff, preparing nutritious meals, and ensuring hygiene standards. Applicants should have at least one year of kitchen experience in a similar environment and possess a relevant catering qualification. This is a permanent position with 30 hours of work per week, offering a salary of £14.29 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s kitchen experience including basic cooking and stock ordering.
• Experience of working independently and as part of a team.
• A good understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient catering operations and supervise catering staff.
• Manage purchasing of fresh and frozen foods.
• Prepare high-standard nutritional food considering dietary requirements.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Knowledge of food hygiene

Teamwork

Experience in nursing home environment

Education

Recognised qualification in catering (NVQ 1 & 2)

Job description

We are seeking a Cook Manager to join our Team in Rathmena House.The role is for 30 hours per week, working 9am to 5pm over 4 days Monday to Sunday.The main purpose of the role is to ensure efficient catering operations.Responsible for services provided by all catering staff and all the catering equipment reporting to the Home ManagerSponsorship is not available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing fresh foods as required from local suppliers.Ordering frozen foods and dry goods weekly from nominated suppliers.
• Regularly checking that suppliers’ prices are competitive.Accounting for all monies issues and receipts obtained.
• Preparing menus to be agreed with the Home Manager.Preparing nutritional food to a high standard, taking into account any special dietary requirements.
• Ensuring staff clear dishes quickly and tidily.Ensuring that the highest standards of hygiene are maintained.
• Supervise all catering staff.Other duties as necessary to meet the catering needs of the Home.
• Liaise with care staff to ensure optimum interaction between care and catering service.Visit residents daily to ensure quality of service.This Job Description is not meant to be definitive but is an outline of the post as it is currently perceived.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s kitchen experience to include basic cooking, temperature control and stock ordering.
• Experience of working independently and as part of a team.
• A good knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety regulations.
• Kitchen experience working within a hospital or Nursing Home environment.
• Possess a recognised qualification in catering, i.e. NVQ 1 & 2 or equivalent.

Further Information

About Rathmena HouseSituated in the leafy suburbs of the market town of Ballyclare in East Antrim, the home is surrounded by attractive gardens and patio areas. The home is registered to offer nursing care and a small number of beds for residential care for up to 29 residents.ApplyTo apply please complete the full application form below:We are an equal opportunities employer.Please note: Applicants within the last 6 months need not re-apply.The Company operates a No Smoking Policy

Vacancy ID 1746636 Job Sector Hotel and Catering Area Co Antrim Location Ballyclare Salary £14.29 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Permanent Weekly hours 30 Published date 19/11/2025 Closing date 28/11/2025 Worktime 9am to 5pm Monday to Sunday 4 x 12 hour day shifts

Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 21 Nov 2025