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Job Overview At Norbrook we are seeking a dedicated Canteen Cook / Chef to join our team, preparing high-quality meals for our employees while ensuring the kitchen and canteen operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with all regulatory and internal standards. The role requires a strong commitment to food safety, hygiene, and customer service, supporting a culture of excellence and well-being within our workplace. The role also requires flexibility to work across Norbrook sites in line with operational requirements, ensuring consistent service standards and compliance across the business. Main Activities/Tasks
Catering Assistant
Location: ASDA Portadown Available Hours: 8 hrs Salary: £12.71 As a Catering Assistant, you will contribute to a passionate and friendly team working in a fast-paced environment. You will be the face of our business, delivering exceptional food and customer service. The successful Catering Assistant will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks associated with basic food production & preparation, customer service and generally supporting the operations while adhering to all Health and Food Safety requirements. No previous experience is required as we will provide you with the skills needed. Key Responsibilities Basic food preparation, counter set up and serving of food and beverages Ensuring the highest level of customer care is delivered to clients and customers Demonstrating a can-do attitude towards individual customer requests and strive to exceed customer expectations Following food hygiene and Health & Safety guidelines in line with training which will be provided Ensuring correct storage of food items and equipment after service. Assisting colleagues in a willing and positive manner including assisting with other duties as required Essential Criteria: ‘Can do’ positive attitude Good people & teamwork skills Willingness to learn A good level of English. previous experience in catering or customer service, would be an added advantage, but not essential Some of the benefits we offer: Free meals while at work You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families Additional, seasonal and overtime hours available Career Pathways to support career progression and/or skills development Perks shopping discount Card which can be used across the Island of Ireland to save at various restaurants, high street stores, hotels, day out venues, leisure centres, gyms, golf courses and many more Learning & development programs available alongside access to hundreds of online training courses for personal and professional development & growth Flexible Working to support Work Life Balance Additional Leave Purchase scheme to balance home and work life Access to wellness programs to promote mental health and wellbeing of our colleagues Employee Assistance Program to guide and support our employees Exciting internal reward and recognition schemes Regular emails filled with the best discounts and savings available And many more.. About Us: At Compass Ireland, our people are our business. When you join the Compass Group you will be joining a supportive network of incredible individuals, each united by their passion for going the extra mile for the organisations we partner with. We are building a team who care about providing a great customer experience and want to grow and develop as we do. We are dedicated to investing in every colleague joining us. We are an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Bank Support Worker, Youth Matters
The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit the following staff member: Job Ref: 26-171-BSW-YM-WEB Job Role: Bank Support Worker – Youth Matters Location: Southern Health & Social Care Trust Salary: £13.45 per hour Hours: Bank, as required The Service Youth Matters is a fun, engaging, youth work service supporting disabled children and teenagers under 18 years of age. We support people with disabilities, autism, ADHD, and brain injury to participate in group-based activities, inclusive programmes, and summer schemes to unleash their potential. The Role You will work alongside our Youth Officers and Project Workers to deliver fun and exciting opportunities for young people with physical disabilities, autism, ADHD, and brain injury to promote inclusion, personal development and independence. Activities could include bowling, cinema, arts and crafts, outdoor activities, going to local youth clubs or summer schemes. Activities take place in the evenings, at the weekends or during the school holidays. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain experience in the sector, work as part of a team and is an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of disabled young people! Benefits Essential Criteria Interest in working with children and young people with disabilities Awareness of the needs of people with physical disabilities Availability Evenings, weekends and School Holiday Apply Online: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Closing Date: Tuesday, 1st September 2026 at 10:00 am THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Please note - At present The Cedar Foundation does not offer Sponsorship.
Deputy Manager
he Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit the following staff member: Job Code 26-172-DM-CROFT-WEB Job Role Deputy Manager (12 months) Location Croft Residential/Respite & Day Care Service 71 Bloomfield Road, Bangor, BT20 4 UR Salary £33,575 per annum, pro rata Hours 30 hours per week (selection of shifts to include weekdays and weekend duties) Contract Temporary 12 months Initially The Role The Deputy Manager will support the Registered Manager & Respite Manager to develop and implement personalised care/support plans and individual risk assessments to meet individual needs. You ensure the delivery of quality care and support. You will manage budgets and resources effectively. Benefits Essential Criteria 1. A professional social work qualification and registered on the appropriate part of the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC) register, without condition. OR A first level registered nurse on the appropriate part of the Nursing and Midwifery Council register. OR An Allied Health Professional registered with the Health Professions Council, Combined With a minimum of three years’ work experience in any health or social care setting with people who have significant needs. At least one years of this experience must be in a relevant management capacity in a health and social care setting. OR Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care Services (Adults’ Management) Wales and Northern Ireland and be eligible for registration on appointment, Combined With a minimum of four years’ practice experience in any health and social care setting as above. 2. Experience of managing in a group living facility for people who have learning disabilities and significant associated needs. 3. Working knowledge of the needs of people with learning and physical disabilities. 4. Effective communication and use of IT skills to include Microsoft Office packages. Apply Online: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Closing Date: Monday, 31st August 2026 at 10am THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Please note – The Cedar Foundation does not offer Sponsorship.
Maintenance Assistant
Choice Housing is one of Northern Ireland’s leading housing associations, we employ over 500 people with a 50-year legacy of enriching lives through the provision of safe, high quality, and affordable homes. We manage over 14,000 homes and support around 40,000 tenants, delivering a wide range of housing solutions including general needs, sheltered housing, support accommodation, and homes for families with complex needs. Maintenance Assistant(s) 37 Hours Location: Belfast & South Down Salary Scale: £25,878 - £27,755pa Job Reference: MA/4976/0826 The Maintenance Assistant will be required to carry out regular health and safety inspections of schemes/buildings and complete associated documentation, carry out minor maintenance work and deliveries to schemes. Our employees have access to a range of benefits:- Completed application forms should be returned by 5pm, Monday 31st August 2026 If you have any disability which prevents you from completing the online application form, please contact me to discuss what further assistance you require. Please see attached job description and person specification for full details. *If shortlisted you will be sent an email inviting you for interview, please check the email address you have provided on the application and also your junk mail folder* The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of essential qualifications and also provide documentary evidence of their eligibility to work in the United Kingdom. We are also committed to adhering to the Access NI Code of Practice/Service Level of Agreement in relation to requesting disclosure checks where appropriate and processing information in accordance with the code. Choice has a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request ( email: recruitment@choice-housing.org ) Please note, the Association reserves the right to create a reserve list following the interview process. **NB: The panel may enhance the criteria in order to facilitate short-listing of the post.** “Choice Housing Ireland Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer”
Skilled Operative
**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application** Job Summary Responsible for the day to day delivery of all building maintenance work, providing high quality service to Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. Carry out a full range of multi-skilled building maintenance duties with the emphasis on building maintenance works at various Council properties cooperating with other trades and contractors to ensure completion of tasks. Hours of work 36 Hours per week Duration of Appointment Permanent Work Pattern Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 4:00pm, Friday 8:00am - 2:30pm Location Strangford Road Depot, Downpatrick Salary Scale 5, NJC spinal point 14 - 19, £29,540 - £32,061 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked). It is Council policy to appoint at minimum salary scale point.
Night-time Cleaning Operative
Mount Charles Group are one of the largest and privately owned soft Facilities Management, catering and ancillary service/product providers in Ireland. If you are a customer focused individual and want to join a fun and family orientated business which believes people are our greatest asset, then we have a role for you! Our family values speak for themselves: Do the right thing, Have fun & grow together, Take pride in what you do! We are currently recruiting for a Cleaning Operative to join our team based at Translink, Larne. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: The Mount Charles Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Due to the number of applicants Mount Charles receives, we only respond to short-listed applicants. If you have not been contacted within six weeks of the closing date, you have not been selected for interview. Mount Charles Group has a policy on recruiting ex-offenders, a copy of which is available upon request. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working for the Mount Charles Group. The successful candidate's job offer will be subject to passing a Personal Track Safety Medical Assessment. This will include a full and thorough medical, (including a drug and alcohol test) for the purpose of Public Train Safety prior to appointment. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
Night-time Cleaning Operative
Mount Charles Group are one of the largest and privately owned soft Facilities Management, catering and ancillary service/product providers in Ireland. If you are a customer focused individual and want to join a fun and family orientated business which believes people are our greatest asset, then we have a role for you! Our family values speak for themselves: Do the right thing, Have fun & grow together, Take pride in what you do! We are currently recruiting for a Cleaning Operative to join our team based at Translink, Coleraine. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: The Mount Charles Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Due to the number of applicants Mount Charles receives, we only respond to short-listed applicants. If you have not been contacted within six weeks of the closing date, you have not been selected for interview. Mount Charles Group has a policy on recruiting ex-offenders, a copy of which is available upon request. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working for the Mount Charles Group. The successful candidate's job offer will be subject to passing a Personal Track Safety Medical Assessment. This will include a full and thorough medical, (including a drug and alcohol test) for the purpose of Public Train Safety prior to appointment. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
Technical Officer
**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application** Job Summary The post holder will be responsible to the Senior Specialist Building Control Surveyor for the effective and efficient administration and enforcement of Energy Performance of Buildings Legislation; and partnership working with Land and Property Services on vacant properties. Routine enforcement of Building Regulations including on-site inspections and plan-checking duties. Duration of Appointment Permanent Work Pattern 36hrs Monday – Friday This post is eligible to participate in the Flexi Scheme. Location Downpatrick or Newry. Whilst the Council are recruiting for a permanent Technical Officer in Downpatrick or Newry, please note that a reserve list will be compiled for future permanent, temporary, full time and part time Technical Officer positions at Council Offices in Downpatrick, Newry and other Council locations for a period of 12 months. Salary Scale SO1, spinal point 25-27, £36,363 - £38,220 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked). Plus 19% employer pension contribution. It is Council policy to appoint at minimum salary scale point.
Planning Assistant
**Please read the recuitment pack before completing your application** Whilst the Council are recruiting for a permanent Planning Assistant, please note that a reserve list will be compiled for future permanent, temporary, full time and part time posts for Planning Assistant positions at Council Offices in both Downpatrick and Newry. Job Summary To provide professional and technical advice, guidance and recommendations, and to carry out all the functions associated with the delivery of the Council’s responsibilities and statutory functions in respect of Planning. Hours of work 36 hours per week. The post holder must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant. Duration of Appointment Permanent. Work Pattern Flexi 36 hours Monday to Friday. Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice. Location Location is Downpatrick or Newry. The post holder may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time. Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice. Salary SO1, NJC spinal point 25 - 27, £36,363- £38,220 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked).
