Chef- Clarinbridge

Windmill Healthcare; Clarinbridge; In loco; EUR 32.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Daytime hours, no evenings

Free Garda Vetting

Induction and in-house training

Career progression

Descrizione del lavoro

Windmill Healthcare is seeking an experienced Chef for our Clarinbridge Care Centre, Co. Galway. You will join a team delivering nutritious meals for residents with attention to dietary and cultural needs.

Reporting to the Head Chef and Nursing Director, you will work 8.00am–6.00pm with no evening shifts. This role offers an induction program, ongoing training, Garda Vetting, and career progression within Windmill Healthcare Group.

Competenze

• Two years’ experience in a similar kitchen role.
• Healthcare, nursing home or institutional catering experience is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and allergen management.

Mansioni

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Prepare and cook meals to meet residents’ dietary needs, including IDDSI textures.
• Plan, review and update menus for nutrition and choice.
• Maintain HACCP compliance, allergen labelling and safety records.
• Manage kitchen records, temperature logs and stock control.
• Lead, support and develop kitchen staff.
• Engage with residents/families to tailor menu preferences.

Conoscenze

Communication

HACCP knowledge

Food safety

Kitchen management

Menu planning

Team leadership

Formazione

HACCP Level 2 certification

Descrizione del lavoro

Location: On site / Kilcornan, Clarinbridge, Co. Galway, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Hospitality | Chefs
Salary: Negotiable salary

Chef – Clarinbridge Care Centre, Co. Galway Windmill Healthcare Group

Windmill Healthcare is looking for an experienced and passionate Chef to join the team at our Clarinbridge Care Centre in Co. Galway. You'll help us serve fresh, nutritious and enjoyable meals that make a real difference to our residents' everyday lives.

Reporting to: Director of Nursing / Person in Charge and Head Chef Hours: 8.00am – 6.00pm. No evening work, so you get a good work-life balance.

About the Role

You'll work closely with our Head Chef to manage, supervise and deliver a high-quality catering service in the centre. All work will follow current food safety legislation, HIQA standards and Windmill Healthcare policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Prepare and cook food to a high standard, meeting every resident's dietary, cultural and clinical needs, including IDDSI texture-modified diets
• Plan and review menus to support resident nutrition, hydration and choice
• Follow HACCP and FSAI food safety requirements, including allergen management and labelling
• Keep to Health & Safety, hygiene, infection prevention and control (IPC), first aid and chemical safety rules at all times
• Keep accurate kitchen records, including temperature logs, cleaning schedules and stock control
• Manage food costs and menus efficiently to stay within budget
• Lead, support and develop the kitchen team
• Talk with residents and their families about menu choices and preferences, so mealtimes are person-centred and enjoyable

Experience

• At least 2 years' experience in a similar role
• Previous experience in healthcare, nursing home or institutional catering is an advantage

Essential Skills and Knowledge

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organisational and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of HACCP, with the ability to put a HACCP plan in place and maintain it
• Knowledge of allergen management (FSAI / EU Regulation 1169/2011)
• Food costing and stock management skills
• Ability to train, mentor and motivate staff
• Flexible and open to new ideas
• Commitment to producing nutritious, high-quality food for older people
• Current HACCP / food safety certification (Level 2 minimum; Level 3 preferred)

What We Offer

• Daytime hours with no evening work
• Free Garda Vetting
• Full induction and ongoing in-house training and professional development
• Opportunities for career progression across Windmill Healthcare Group
• Free on-site parking
• A supportive, resident-focused team environment

Windmill Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. All appointments depend on satisfactory Garda Vetting and references.