Cook

Cook

• Annual Salary: £25,916.80
• Location: Belfast, BT5
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Join our dedicated team at a “Housing with Care” facility that values independence, freedom of choice, and dignity. We are looking for a Cook to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals to our residents, enhancing their comfort and happiness.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide a diverse menu offering choice, seasonality, creativity, and nutrition, ensuring high quality in every meal served.
• Continuously interact with residents to tailor food services to their preferences and dietary needs, using their feedback to inform menu adjustments.
• Manage meal delivery times efficiently, offering a range of options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Ensure the kitchen operates to high standards of hygiene and safety, complying with environmental health regulations and internal policies.
• Maintain rigorous records management for kitchen operations including temperature checks, cleaning schedules, and stock levels.
• Oversee kitchen budget, stock control, and staff management, ensuring minimal wastage and optimal resource use.
• Occasionally serve food directly to residents, ensuring a pleasant dining experience.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a busy kitchen environment, delivering 50+ covers with responsibilities including menu setting, purchasing, and stock control.
• CIEH Level 3 in Food Safety or equivalent qualification.
• Proven ability to manage a budget, a small staff team, and maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Strong initiative in resolving issues and adhering to correct reporting procedures.
• Must be able to work on a rota basis, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits:

• Competitive pension scheme with 4% employer contribution (after 3 months of service).
• 32 days annual leave per annum (including statutory holidays).
• Westfield Health Level 1 - Cash back plan and Health Rewards.
• Paid breaks and uniform provided.
• Paid Access NI.
• Long service annual leave increments and scheme.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Access NI check. A criminal record will not necessarily debar you from working with us, depending on the nature of the position and the background of offences.