Cook / Kitchen Assistant

Cook / Kitchen Assistant– Mid West Simon Community, Laurel Lodge, Ennis.

Job Title: Cook / Kitchen Assistant

Reports to: Ennis Services Co-Ordinator

Contract: 30 hours per week

Salary Details: €15.96 an hour

Job Summary

We are looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our team. This role involves a combination of hands-on kitchen maintenance, and meal preparation. The ideal candidate has a passion for cooking, and a high standard of cleanliness.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Cleaning and Maintenance

o Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in all kitchen areas, including counters, equipment, and floors.

o Ensure all cooking utensils, dishes, and tools are cleaned, sanitized, and properly stored.

o Manage kitchen inventory, including monitoring supplies and restocking items as necessary.

2. Meal Preparation

o Prepare and cook one daily meal, for up to 20 people (this may vary, depending on service capacity).

o Ensure all dishes meet quality and presentation standards.

o Adjust recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or preferences.

3. Kitchen Organisation

o Assist in organizing kitchen layout for efficient operation.

o Label and store ingredients properly to reduce waste and maintain freshness.

Qualifications

· Previous experience in a kitchen, ideally with both cooking and cleaning responsibilities.

· Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation guidelines- HACCP knowledge and implementation.

· Ability to communicate clearly.

· Passion for food and cooking.

Skills:

· Detail-oriented with a focus on cleanliness and safety.

· Good organizational and multitasking abilities.

· Team player with a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning.

Additional information:

• Annual leave allocated on a pro-rata basis -
• 1 gifted day off for your birthday and 1 day off for Christmas Shopping Day.
• Pension entitlement- after 1 years’ service
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Internal/External recruitment process
• Access to further training and education.
• Bike to work scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Paid maternity leave of up to 80% of salary

To apply:

Please send your CV and Cover Letter to recruitment@mwsimon.ie by 11am 3rd April 2025. Interviews will be held 7th and 8th April 2025.

All job offers will be subject to Garda vetting and reference checks.

Mid-West Simon Community is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Mid-West Simon Community Project funded by Clare County Council and HSE.

Job Type: Permanent

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Cook / Kitchen Assistant Laurel Lodge Ennis