Peripatetic Cook

SeeMeHired.com; Ballynahinch; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible across homes

Training opportunities

Job summary

Spa Nursing Group is seeking a Peripatetic Cook to work across multiple Home locations on a 36-hour weekly rota. You will travel between sites to prepare nutritious meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs, ensuring hygiene and food safety in every kitchen.

You will manage stock, order supplies, control waste, and plan varied menus while supervising kitchen assistants and completing required paperwork, including COSHH/HACCP compliance records.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Travel across multiple homes to prepare meals and snacks.

Skills

Compassion

Stock management

Hygiene

Dietary knowledge

Medical fitness

NVQ in catering

Eligibility to work in UK

Education

NVQ in catering

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Tools

Driving licence

COSHH/HACCP knowledge

Job description

Peripatetic Cook (Mutli-Site)

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 for 36 hours per week on a rota basis across Monday - Sunday.

This Peripatetic Cook position is a dynamic role, offering the opportunity to work across multiple Homes within our Group ranging in size from 20 residents to 65 residents.

You will be required to travel to different locations for each shift, ensuring residents in all our homes receive nutritious, high-quality meals tailored to their dietary needs. As part of the role, you will prepare meals and snacks in line with residents’ dietary requirements while maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in all food preparation and storage areas. You will also manage stock efficiently, order supplies and control waste to ensure cost-effectiveness and sustainability. In addition, planning varied and balanced menus that accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences is key, along with providing clear instruction and supervision to any kitchen assistant. You will complete necessary paperwork, including food safety records and compliance documentation as well as ensure 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.

• 6 months previous experience working as a Cook in a Care Home environment.

• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.

• 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.

• It is beneficial if you have an NVQ Qualification (or equivalent) in catering.

What We Offer

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

• A competitive salary of £16.50 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.

• The opportunity to work flexibly across multiple homes, gaining varied experience.

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 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.
• 6 months previous experience working as a Cook in a Care Home environment.
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• 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.
• It is beneficial if you have an NVQ Qualification (or equivalent) in catering.