Relief Assistant Cook

SeeMeHired.com; Belfast; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care home in Belfast seeks a Relief Assistant Cook to join their dedicated team. The role involves planning and preparing meals, catering to dietary needs, and ensuring kitchen hygiene. Ideal candidates will have experience in hospitality, food hygiene training, and a passion for cooking.

Benefits

Access to training opportunities

Career development opportunities

Flexibility of shifts

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted rates at Malone Hotel

Free car parking and uniform

Incentives for employee referrals

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a hospitality environment.
• Food Hygiene and COSHH training.
• Good written and verbal English skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook meals for residents.
• Cater to individual dietary requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Food Hygiene and COSHH training

Job description

Relief Assistant Cook

Can you make a real difference in the lives of others?

Our Lady's Care Home in Belfast is currently seeking an experienced Relief Assistant Cook to join our dedicated team on a part-time basis.

At Macklin Care Homes, we believe in valuing our team and providing a supportive, friendly work environment with real opportunities for career development. As part of our award-winning team, your passion and dedication will be genuinely appreciated.

Our residents are the heart of our homes. Inspired by their stories and experiences, we are proud to make a meaningful difference in their lives every day.

If you are a compassionate Chef who “cares with heart” and is looking for a rewarding career, we’d love to hear from you!

About the role

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and cook meals for residents, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks.

• Cater to individual dietary requirements, including allergens, and health-related restrictions.

• Create a variety of well-balanced, appealing, and nutritious meals.

• Develop weekly or monthly menus in collaboration with residents and management, ensuring variety and nutritional value.

• Oversee daily operations within the kitchen, ensuring smooth workflow and timely meal service.

• Maintain stock control, including ordering, receiving, and proper storage of food supplies.

• Minimise food waste and manage budgets effectively.

• Adhere to food safety standards, including proper food handling, preparation, and storage.

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in all areas of the kitchen, including equipment and utensils.

• Engage with residents to gather feedback and understand their preferences.

• Foster a welcoming and inclusive dining experience for residents.

Ideal Candidate:

• Passion for cooking and providing excellent dining experiences.

• Ability to manage time and prioritise tasks effectively in a fast-paced setting.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.

Company benefits:

At Macklin Care Homes, we understand the hard work and dedication that our colleagues bring to their roles, and we are committed to rewarding their efforts with a comprehensive benefits package:

• Collaborating with an award-winning team with family values.

• Access to a wide variety of training opportunities to support professional growth..

• Career development opportunities.

• Flexibility of shifts.

• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and well-being support.

• Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.

• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including team-building initiatives.

• Free car parking and uniform*.

• Incentives for employee referrals*.

*T&Cs will apply.

Ensure your CV is up to date, as this is required for the interview process.

Sponsorship for this role is not offered. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

Interviews may take place before the job advertisement closes. Submit your application promptly as the role may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed. In addition, we also reserve the right to enhance the criteria at the shortlisting stage.

An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post. If successful, please be aware that we do have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. As per the Access NI Code of Practice, Macklin Care Homes also has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage, and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents along with the Access NI Code of Practice are available upon request by contacting the HR Department.

It is Macklin Care Homes' Policy that any existence of a criminal conviction will not necessarily lead to the withdrawal of a job offer, but the failure to disclose all criminal convictions fully and accurately will lead to the withdrawal of a job offer.

Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

About the company

We care with heart because… From the moment we opened our first Care Home in Northern Ireland over 30 years ago, we knew we could make a real difference in people’s lives. We are undeniably proud of our history and passionate about our future!

Required Criteria

• Experience in a similar role within a hospitality environment.
• Food Hygiene and COSHH training.
• Be in good general medical health.
• Right to work and live in the UK.
• Good written and verbal English skills.

Desired Criteria

Skills you'll need