AddressAre you an experienced Chef with a passion for food?
The Home
Bannview House Care Home is a registered nursing home which provides nursing care for up to 58 patients. The home is divided in three units - the Downshire Unit which provides general nursing care as well as the Bronte and Scarva Units which provides care to people who have a dementia.
Patients have access to communal dining and lounge areas within each of the units. There is a residential Care Home which occupies part of the ground floor and the registered manager for this home manages both services.
The Role
You will manage the provision of a catering service within the home with particular emphasis on the planning, preparing, cooking and serving of meals ensuring all activities and operations comply with operational standards and statutory regulations. You will oversee all chefs and cooks within the Healthcare Ireland portfolio.
Main Responsibilities
- Effective and efficient planning, preparation, and delivery of all aspects of food preparation and cooking
- Supervising and motivating the catering team and ensuring operational standards comply
- Responsible for monitoring the home’s catering budget within Healthcare Ireland’s standards
- Researches, develops, and creates varied and interesting menus
- Ensures that stock ordering and rotation is organised in an efficient and cost-effective manner
You will need:
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) standard in Food Safety
- Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate
- at least 3 years’ experience in a food preparation/ kitchen environment
- an understanding of the nutritional needs of the elderly
- the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
The Benefits:
- Paid annual leave
- The chance to be part of a growing healthcare company
- 4 weekly pay
- Continuous professional development and training
- Values-led culture
- Overtime available at an enhanced rate
- Opportunities for progression
- Pension plan (if applicable)
- Attractive hourly rate
- Access NI fee paid for
- Uniforms and PPE provided
- Monthly incentives and recognition awards
- Free parking
At Healthcare Ireland we recognise our residents as individuals and respect their right to privacy.
We also value the intrinsic value of people regardless of circumstances by recognising their uniqueness and personal needs. We recognise the right of individuals to make their own choice and the right to be treated with respect.
Email:
Phone: 028 9042 7742
