Residential Home Cook

Holywood

£13.45 per hour | 30 hours per week | Monday to Friday

Staffline Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Residential Home Cook on behalf of our client, at their Adult Residential Home in Holywood.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys cooking nutritious, home-cooked meals and wants to make a real difference in people's daily lives.

Unlike a busy restaurant or commercial kitchen, this role involves preparing meals for a small group of around 6-8 residents living in a residential care setting. The meals are the sort of wholesome, home-style dishes you would cook for your own family, and you'll have the opportunity to create a warm and enjoyable dining experience for residents every day.

Hours of Work

• Typically 12pm - 6pm
• 30 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• Some flexibility on working hours can be considered

The Role

As the Residential Home Cook, you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day running of a small kitchen and dining service. Working independently and as part of a supportive team, you will:

• Prepare and serve fresh, home-cooked lunches and evening meals
• Plan meals in line with a rotating menu and residents' preferences
• Complete weekly food orders and manage stock levels
• Ensure dietary requirements and modified diets are safely catered for (full training provided)
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and food safety standards
• Complete kitchen cleaning schedules and temperature records
• Prepare food for weekends and days when no cook is on duty
• Work within an agreed food budget
• Help create a positive mealtime experience for residents

What We're Looking For

This role would suit someone who:

• Enjoys cooking wholesome, home-style meals
• Is organised and able to manage their own workload
• Can work independently and use their own initiative
• Has previous experience in a care home, residential service, children's home, community setting, café, catering, or commercial kitchen
• Understands the importance of food safety and kitchen hygiene
• Enjoys building positive relationships and being part of a friendly team

Essential Requirements

• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or equivalent) and at least 6 months' experience in food preparation in a professional kitchen

OR

• Minimum 1 year's experience working as a Cook in a professional kitchen environment

What's on Offer?

• £13.45 per hour
• Paid breaks
• 5.6 weeks annual leave, increasing with service
• Enhanced Bank Holiday pay
• Company pension scheme
• Health Cashback Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid training and development opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Why Apply?

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys cooking but wants to move away from the pressure of a high-volume catering environment. You'll be preparing familiar, home-cooked meals in a small, friendly residential service where you can really get to know the people you're cooking for and make a positive difference every day.

To apply, contact Staffline Recruitment today.