Cook

Eden-Social-Care; Balbriggan; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Salary Increments

Additional Annual Leave based on years

Paid Breaks

€500 Employee Referral Bonus

Birthday Day Off

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay

Ongoing Training & Professional Dev.

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Daily Training Allowance

Bike to Work Scheme

On-Site Parking

Job summary

Eden-Social-Care in North Dublin is seeking a passionate Cook to join a brand-new, state-of-the-art nursing home. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals and help create a welcoming dining experience for residents.

You will follow menus, accommodate dietary requirements, maintain high hygiene standards, and work closely with the Head Chef and care team to support residents' health and wellbeing. Competitive hourly rate and benefits.

Qualifications

• Relevant cookery qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in a professional kitchen, preferably within a nursing home, healthcare or catering environment.
• Good knowledge of HACCP, food hygiene and safe food handling practices.
• Understanding of special dietary requirements, food allergies and modified-texture diets.
• Good food preparation, cooking and presentation skills.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive, flexible and reliable approach to work.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for cooking and providing quality meals for older people.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious and appetising meals for residents.
• Follow menus while accommodating residents' individual preferences and dietary requirements.
• Prepare special dietary meals, including modified-texture diets, under appropriate guidance.
• Ensure meals are served on time and presented to a high standard.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, food safety and kitchen cleanliness standards.
• Follow HACCP procedures and all relevant food safety regulations.
• Assist with food ordering, stock rotation, storage and stock control.
• Minimise food waste and ensure the efficient use of kitchen resources.
• Work closely with the Head Chef, nursing team and other colleagues to meet residents' nutritional needs.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.
• Contribute to a positive dining experience that promotes residents' dignity, choice and enjoyment.

Skills

Food safety

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Food presentation

Cooking

Education

Cookery qualification

Healthcare catering experience

Job description

Cook – North Dublin

Great Food. Happy Residents. A Recipe for Something Special!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate, enthusiastic and dedicated Cook to join a brand-new, state-of-the-art nursing home in North Dublin.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a new team and play an important role in creating a welcoming dining experience for our residents. We are looking for someone who takes pride in preparing fresh, nutritious and delicious meals and understands the importance of good food in enhancing residents' health, happiness and quality of life.

If you love cooking, enjoy working as part of a team and want to make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you!

Salary:

€14.15- €16.00 per hour, negotiable DOE

Benefits:

• Annual Salary Increments
• Additional Annual Leave based on length of service
• Paid Breaks
• €500 Employee Referral Bonus
• Birthday Day Off
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay Package
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Daily Training Allowance
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Convenient On-Site Parking

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious and appetising meals for residents.
• Follow menus while accommodating residents' individual preferences and dietary requirements.
• Prepare special dietary meals, including modified-texture diets, under appropriate guidance.
• Ensure meals are served on time and presented to a high standard.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, food safety and kitchen cleanliness standards.
• Follow HACCP procedures and all relevant food safety regulations.
• Assist with food ordering, stock rotation, storage and stock control.
• Minimise food waste and ensure the efficient use of kitchen resources.
• Work closely with the Head Chef, nursing team and other colleagues to meet residents' nutritional needs.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.
• Contribute to a positive dining experience that promotes residents' dignity, choice and enjoyment.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Relevant cookery qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, ideally within a nursing home, healthcare or catering environment.
• Good knowledge of HACCP, food hygiene and safe food handling practices.
• Understanding of special dietary requirements, food allergies and modified-texture diets.
• Good food preparation, cooking and presentation skills.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive, flexible and reliable approach to work.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for cooking and providing quality meals for older people.

Pre-Employment Requirements

All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, Garda vetting where applicable and completion of all pre-employment checks.

Why Join Us?

Be part of something special from day one!

Join a supportive and dedicated team in a brand-new, purpose-built nursing home with modern kitchen facilities and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional care and hospitality.

We believe that mealtimes should be something residents look forward to, and our kitchen team plays a vital role in making that happen.

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