Senior Chef | Signacare Killerig Nursing Home
Important: Right to Work
Immediate Service Requirement: This role is only open to applicants who hold EU/EEA citizenship or existing, unrestricted right to work in Ireland.
About Signacare Killerig
SignaCare Killerig is a unique, luxury nursing home in a beautiful setting between Carlow and Tullow. We are committed to enhancing the quality of life for all our residents. At Signacare Killerig our CARA values - Caring, Ambitious, Responsive, Accountable - define how we work, how we care, and how we grow together. These values underpin everything we do, from how we support our residents and families to how we work as a team.
Salary & Benefits
Excellent remuneration package
Employee Assistance Programme (including counselling and financial advice)
Employee Recognition Scheme
Educational assistance and ongoing professional development
Career advancement opportunities as part of a successful group
Free meals on duty
Free parking
Responsibilities
As a Senior Chef at Killerig, your responsibilities will include:
To maintain, manage the required high operational and personal standard of hygiene and presentation at all times in compliance with the Food Safety Act and the IDDSI
Compliance to the Health and Safety Act and COSHH regulations
Ensure the correct disposal and storage of all food items as directed by the chef in charge
Monitor and record temperatures of fridges and freezers, hot cabinets, serveries as directed by the chef in charge
Ensure that assured safe catering principals are followed at all times encompassing legal requirements of the Food Safety Act
To ensure that all foods served under your control are served and held at the required temperatures (probed and recorded)
Ensure that decanting methods and fridge discipline are strictly adhered to
Ensure accurate records are maintained as directed by GEC, to over see EHO inspections and action planning of reports within each facility
To keep a high standard and ensuring the residents needs are meet at all times as best and as dignified as one can
Flexibility in the role
Staff training
Performance management of all catering staff
Requirements
Previous Experience
Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Chef
Food Safety Knowledge
Strong knowledge of HACCP principles, food safety regulations, and best practices in food preparation and storage.
Dietary and Nutritional Awareness
Experience preparing meals for individuals with special dietary requirements, including modified textures, allergies, and therapeutic diets.
Leadership and Team Management
Proven ability to supervise, support, and motivate kitchen staff while maintaining high standards of food quality and service.
Organisation and Communication Skills
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage stock, control food costs, and communicate effectively with residents, management, and multidisciplinary teams.
