Cook

The Vacancy

At Inspire Wellbeing, we believe food is more than a meal, it's a moment of comfort, care and community. We're currently looking for a Cook to join our team and help create a warm, welcoming environment for the people we support.

This is more than just cooking. As a Cook, you'll play a vital role in maintaining the health and wellbeing of residents, preparing meals that are nutritious, personalised and full of flavour.

What You'll Be Doing

• Planning and preparing balanced, varied meals tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences
• Maintaining excellent hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen and food storage areas
• Managing food budgets and ordering supplies efficiently
• Supporting mealtimes by serving meals and ensuring a positive, dignified dining experience
• Contributing to the overall atmosphere of care and respect within the service
• Working flexibly across services when required, including weekends

What You'll Bring

? A Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

? Experience working in a kitchen or catering environment

? Strong knowledge of food safety and health & safety regulations

? The ability to plan menus and manage food stock efficiently

? A caring, person-centred approach and willingness to work as part of a team

? Flexibility to cover shifts when needed, including weekends

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a values-driven organisation that's passionate about making a difference
• Work in a supportive, close-knit team where your role is truly appreciated
• Enjoy flexible working hours to suit your schedule
• Receive access to wellbeing initiatives, training opportunities and employee perks
• Contribute directly to the comfort and care of individuals living with learning disabilities and autism

Sound Like a Good Fit?

Click Apply Now to start your journey with us. If you have questions or would like to chat to someone before applying, we'd love to hear from you.

At Inspire, we believe in people and that includes you.

Please note if successful at interview, the applicant will have to complete an enhanced disclosure check.

Following the interviews a waiting list will be created for similar posts for a nine month period.

Inspire is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection based on merit.

Our Organisation

Inspire is an all-island charity and social enterprise and our aim is wellbeing for all. We work together with people living with mental ill health, intellectual disability, autism and addictions to ensure they live with dignity and realise their full potential.

We campaign to create a society free from stigma and discrimination with a culture of compassion that focuses on people and their abilities.

Please note if successful at interview, the applicant will have to complete an enhanced adult barred disclosure check.

Following the interviews a waiting list will be created for similar posts for a nine month period.

Inspire is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection based on merit.

Our Organisation

Inspire is an all-island charity and social enterprise and our aim is wellbeing for all. We work together with people living with mental ill health, intellectual disability, autism and addictions to ensure they live with dignity and realise their full potential.

We campaign to create a society free from stigma and discrimination with a culture of compassion that focuses on people and their abilities.

Our Benefits

Enhanced Annual Leave
Cycle to Work Scheme
Shopping Discounts
Employee Wellbeing Initiatives
Death in Service Benefit
Occupational Sick Pay

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