Overview
Location: Oakdale Nursing Home, Tullamore Road, Portarlington
Applications are invited for the position of Kitchen Assistant/Cook. This is a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to further their career with one of Ireland's leading private nursing home operators. The ideal candidate would preferably have 1 year's experience working as a cook, but it's not essential. Experience working in a similar role is desirable. Full training will be provided.
Job Requirements
* To plan, prepare and cook meals as directed by the Head Chef/Nurse Manager in accordance with the needs and requirements of the residents.
* To promote an environment that focuses on and manages the nutritional needs of the residents as well as providing food that delights residents and meets their expectations.
* To ensure the catering department meets all the various regulatory obligations and our own standards and policies.
* To maintain the catering department and all its associated areas, in a clean and hygienic manner and to ensure a tidy, warm, inviting and correctly set dining room.
* To manage the kitchen staff in a reasonable and respectful manner to ensure that all the necessary tasks of the department are met in a timely and efficient way.
* To ensure excellence in the presentation of food.
* To ensure a well-stocked kitchen while being economic with resources.
* To ensure that a ‘home-like’ environment and atmosphere is maintained where the resident is seen as the central figure in all decision making, ensuring that their right to individuality, privacy, dignity, independence and choice is maintained at all times.
* To participate in announced/unannounced visits from the management team and HIQA Inspectors, HSA, environment health, fire authority.
Why Choose Us
* A unique, friendly, and caring work environment
* Flexible working
* Competitive hourly rates
* Meals provided on shifts over 8 hours
* Free on-site parking
* Fantastic training and career development opportunities
Evergreen Care is an equal opportunities employer. Positions are subject to satisfactory Garda Vetting and Reference Check.
Skills Needed
About The Company
Evergreen Care offers a fresh perspective in nursing home care in the heart of Ireland’s communities. We currently have 12 homes in our group – all centered on creating a kind, caring and happy community for every resident in our care. We offer many different types of care depending on individual needs – whether it’s a short stay to recover from an illness or a more long-term decision to make a new home with us. We understand the decision to move from your own home is an important one for you and your loved ones. Our specialist care team are here to offer guidance and support to make the transition a smooth and happy one.
Company Culture
To deliver our level of excellence in care, we need amazing people. From managers, nurses and carers to administration, housekeeping and catering, each person plays a vital role in our Evergreen Care community. It’s not just their specialist skills, experience and extraordinary commitment that makes our people special but also their kind and compassionate nature. More than a job, a career with Evergreen Care means you become part of a special community where you can make a real difference to the lives of our residents every day.
Required Criteria
* Must be willing to relocate or commute
* Have a minimum of 1 year\'s experience working as a chef
Desired Criteria
* Experience working in a similar role is desirable
Closing Date
Monday 6th October, 2025
Contract Type
parttime
Salary
Based on Experience
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