Job Description

Loughshore is a service offering residential support to 15 individuals ranging from 18 to 65 years of age. We are located in Jordanstown, on the County Antrim coastline, in a pleasant area surrounded by private grounds, which our residents help to maintain.



Here we support individuals with a diagnosis of learning disability and distressed behaviours, thanks to the excellent work of our dedicated team of more than 80 colleagues who strive to make sure every person in our care lives a healthier and happy life.



About the role



As a Cook working at Loughshore you will have a range of responsibilities, including:



Creating, presenting and delivering nutritious meals to a high standard of quality

Developing varied and interesting menus that take into account healthy eating guidelines and any dietary and nutritional requirements

Assisting our residents in developing their life skills by involving them in the preparation of meals

Supporting the provision of catering operations in line with the company's policies and procedures

Working with colleagues in the Care team to tailor meals based on our residents' preferences and adjusting these based on any changes

Carrying out grocery shopping and turning this task into a social activity when involving residents who wish to help

Developing relationships with family members to cater appropriately for the needs of our residents

Involving residents with seasonal menu changes with the support of our Activity Coordinators



This is a part time, weekend position. There is some some flexibility is available start and finish hours and this can be discussed at interview stage.



About you

Food Handling:

Maintaining proper food handling practices to ensure food safety.

Sanitation:

Maintaining a clean and sanitized kitchen, adhering to food handling and storage procedures.

Collaborating with Staff:

Working efficiently with other employees and staff

Kitchen Organization:

Keeping the kitchen tidy and organized, including maintaining a clean workspace

Food Preparation:

Cutting, chopping, mixing, and preparing ingredients according to recipes.

We offer a wide range of benefits*, including:

Access to a variety of retail and tech vouchers/discounts through our Priory Perks platform

Cycle2Work Scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Healthcare cash plan - Pay a monthly fee to cover routine medical and dental expenses (up to a limit) and access GP advice 24/7

Cash for Colleagues - Refer talented people to Priory and earn up to 1,000

Access to plenty of learning & development opportunities through Priory Academy, including Level 2 and 3 qualifications, and much more!

Career Pathways - Working towards your leadership goals or looking for upskilling opportunities? Whichever direction you're going, we'll help you shape your career with us!



All benefits and rewards listed are subject to individual Terms & Conditions.

Next steps



Are you ready to kick-start a truly rewarding career and make a lasting impact on people's lives? Apply today to speak with your exceptional team!