Chef

Nua Healthcare Services; Mallow; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Comprehensive Induction process

Continuous Professional Development

Fantastic development & careeropportun

Life Assurance/Death-in-Service

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Education Assistance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Working hours over a 7-day roster

Bike to work Scheme.

Refer/Retain a friend bonus.

Discounts with Retailers - Nationwide

Job summary

Nua Healthcare Services in Meelin, Co. Cork, Ireland invites applications for a Chef within our mental health service. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, preparing, cooking and portioning meals to a high standard while maintaining HACCP compliance.

We seek a Professional Cookery qualification (NFQ Level 6 or equivalent) and experience in similar roles. Excellent organisational and IT skills, plus a flexible, team-oriented approach, are essential.

Qualifications

• Hold a Professional Cookery award at minimum Level 6 on NFQ or equivalent.
• Or have obtained an equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction.
• Have up-to-date knowledge of Health, Safety & Welfare at Work Act 2005 and related regulations.
• Experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Requisition of foodstuffs and materials.
• Prepare both raw and cooked food.
• Cook food to a high standard.
• Portion and pack both raw and cooked food.
• Rotate and allocate foodstuffs.
• Label, chill and store food.
• Maintain HACCP compliance and records.
• Stock-taking and quality checks.

Skills

Food preparation

Organisational skills

Communication

IT skills

Teamwork

Education

NFQ Level 6 Professional Cookery

Equivalent qualification

Job description

Location: Meelin, County Cork, Ireland Salary: 40, 000- 45,000 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/embed/rvPuiQ0Nf2Y

Job Summary

Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs.

Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare!

• Company Pension
• Comprehensive Induction process
• Continuous Professional Development
• Fantastic development & career opportunities
• Life Assurance/Death-in-Service
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Working hours over a 7-day roster involving shift work
• Bike to work Scheme.
• Refer/Retain a friend bonus.
• Discounts with Retailers - Nationwide

Job Objectives

We are currently seeking applications from Chefs interested in joining the expanding team within Nua Healthcare. The Chef will be based in a mental health service working alongside a diverse multidisciplinary team. Candidates must demonstrate the necessary interest, capability, performance and enthusiasm in line with the requirements of this role.

General Responsibilities

• Requisition of foodstuffs and materials.
• Prepare both raw and cooked food.
• Cook food to a high standard.
• Portion and pack both raw and cooked food.
• Rotate and allocate foodstuffs.
• Regenerate and service food.
• Label, chill and store food.
• Keep accurate records and operate necessary computer systems.
• Maintain the cleanliness and good order of area of assignment and associated areas to the highest possible standard in line with Nua policy.
• Efficiently and economically use materials and equipment.
• Implement cost control measures aiming to achieve maximum utilisation of resources.
• Assist with special functions as required.
• Provide assistance and advice to staff in packing / plating areas on portion size.
• Check for meals at all service points throughout the LSU for quality, quantity, and presentation.
• Cash handling/reconciliation, where appropriate.
• Stock-taking at relevant intervals.
• Checking the quality of goods received as per specification.
• Provide cover for existing Chef as appropriate.
• Participate and contribute to food surveys and feedback mechanisms within the service.
• Liaise with user groups on the compilation of menus and the provision of service.
• Be aware of developments in the industry / changes in food trends with a view to assisting with their introduction, as appropriate, to maximise sales.
• Any other duties relevant to the post as may be allocated by the Line Manager.
• Food systems management should be up to date and compliant with HACCP.

Skills Requirement

Qualification

• Hold a Professional Cookery award at minimum Level 6 on National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) or equivalent maintained by the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI).

Or

• Have obtained an equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction.

Knowledge

• Have up-to-date knowledge of Health, Safety & Welfare at Work Act 2005.
• Have up-to-date knowledge Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2016.

Experience

• Experience in a similar role.

Skills

• Excellent organisational skills / self-motivated / self-starter.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and IT skills.
• Willingness to work as part of a multi-departmental team.
• Dedicated, reliability and flexible approach to work.

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