Job Description

Cook (40 hours per week)

To apply please follow the link to complete an application form:

https://forms.office.com/e/VHBjaUih3j

Alternatively, please visit our website to fill in the application form: https://www.spanursinghomes.co.uk/careers

Only completed application forms will be accepted, CV's will not.



We take great pride in the exceptional care we have been able to provide residents for over twenty years. There are as many personalities in our homes as there are residents and we are proud to provide a community whereby each and every member will feel cherished and supported.

We are very proud of our outstanding team at Spa and are passionate about developing our people. We encourage continuous development through our training and support of external training opportunities.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a

Cook

who is truly passionate about food and ensuring the nutritional needs of our residents in

Carryduff Nursing Home

are met.

Working as part of our fantastic multi-disciplinary team, your main roles will be to prepare meals for our residents specific to their dietary requirements and tastes, baking, menu planning, food ordering and stock control.

Carryduff Nursing Home is a 21 bedded home specialising in frail elderly care

Why Nursing Homes?

There are so many

benefits

of working in Private Nursing Homes like the opportunity to really get to know the residents and build positive relationships with residents and their families. You will have the opportunity to gain skills and develop professionally by working alongside the experienced care team.

This would be a great opportunity for an aspiring Cook, someone just starting out in their career or someone who is studying.

What we need from you

Essential:

A desire to learn and a willingness to develop skills both on the job and with training An interest in food and the nutritional needs of the elderly (including IDDSI) Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (or willing to obtain) Eligibility to live and work in the UK. Medically fit to carry out the role.
It is desirable to have previous experience in a food preparation or kitchen environment. IT would be particularly beneficial to have an understanding of the nutritional needs of the elderly.

In return

Salary of 13 per hour

Access to government funded apprenticeship programme (for eligible employees)

'Refer a friend' bonus scheme

Flexible shift patterns

Supportive and established teams within the homes

High level employee retention

Good management support

Free uniform

Free on-site parking

Access to excellent training and development opportunities

If this sounds right for you...

A career in care is one of the most rewarding careers. Whether you're experienced in care, or just starting out, if you think you have the key traits required for working with us - compassion, understanding and positivity - then we'd love to hear from you.

Only completed application forms will be accepted, CV's will not.

Closing Date

: 30th April 2025 at 12noon

Please note interviews may take place via Video Call

This post involves substantial access to vulnerable adults and therefore, the successful candidate will be offered the post subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Check through Access NI.

Spa Nursing Group are an equal opportunities employer. We support the principle of Equality and Diversity in employment wholeheartedly and oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination.

To apply please follow the link to complete an application form:

https://forms.office.com/e/VHBjaUih3j

Alternatively, please visit our website to fill in the application form: https://www.spanursinghomes.co.uk/careers

Only completed application forms will be accepted, CV's will not.



Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.00 per hour

Schedule:

Day shift
Application question(s):

Have you completed the application form?
Work Location: In person