Canteen Cook - Newry
At Norbrook we are seeking a dedicated Canteen Cook 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.
About the role
Job Overview
At Norbrook we are seeking a dedicated Canteen Cook 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
· Prepare and cook breakfast and lunch services for Norbrook employees, following approved menus and dietary requirements.
· Serve meals to customers, managing any point-of-sale transactions and assisting with portion control.
· Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and canteen, ensuring compliance with HACCP, COSHH, and internal SOPs.
· Monitor fridge, freezer, and storage temperatures, record readings, and take corrective action as required; maintain accurate logs for audits.
· Receive deliveries, check items for accuracy, and manage stock rotation and proper storage of all food and drinks.
· Assist in stock inventory management, ordering supplies as needed in coordination with suppliers and facilities.
· Support private functions and special events as required, preparing and serving meals to agreed standards.
· Provide excellent customer service, responding to inquiries and resolving any concerns promptly.
· Work flexibly across Norbrook sites as required, adhering to site-specific induction, safety, and operational procedures.
· Participate in internal audits, quality checks, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain compliance and efficiency.
What you will need
Required criteria
- • Educated to NVQ level 2 in a relevant catering or hospitality qualification
- • Minimum 2 years’ experience within a similar role; e.g. a school, college, institutional or workplace canteen
- • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
- • Ability to work as part of a team
- • Proven customer service skills with a positive, proactive approach.
- • Ability to follow internal SOPs, HACCP, and COSHH procedures, and maintain accurate records for audit purposes.
- • Flexibility to work across Norbrook sites in line with business needs.
Desired criteria
- • Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
- • Flexibility to support additional duties, including private functions and special events.
Norbrook Laboratories Ltd
Norbrook is a family-owned veterinary pharmaceutical company headquartered in Newry, Northern Ireland, that specialises in manufacturing and distributing both farm and companion animal health products.
Since its founding in 1969, Norbrook has developed a global reach, exporting to over 100 countries.
With a strong focus on innovation, quality manufacturing, and ethical practices, the company offers professionals opportunities to work in cutting-edge science and global distribution, all while being part of a trusted and stable employer.
Founded in 1969 by the late Lord Ballyedmond in Newry, Norbrook is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of veterinary pharmaceuticals. The company develops, produces, and exports a broad portfolio of products for both large and companion animals—antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, antiparasitics, intramammaries and more—with over 300 product registrations. Norbrook operates multiple world-class manufacturing sites in Northern Ireland (including Newry and Monaghan) and Kenya, and supports its markets through regional sales, technical and regulatory teams. It exports to more than 100 countries and is known for its regulatory compliance (including FDA, EMA & VMD approvals) and ongoing investment in R&D. For candidates seeking a role in animal health, Norbrook offers a blend of scientific excellence, global impact, and long-term career growth.
At Norbrook, the culture is grounded in scientific excellence, ownership, and community commitment. The company values innovation, continuous improvement, and precision, ensuring its people stay ahead with training and professional development. Employees often speak of a strong sense of purpose—knowing their work improves animal health globally—and a collaborative environment where quality and compliance matter deeply. Being family-owned, there remains a close connection between leadership and staff, with transparency, respect, and accountability. Norbrook also places importance on giving back locally—through charity efforts, community engagement, and environmental awareness—making it an employer where work is meaningful not just in product, but in impact.
Canteen Cook - Newry
Norbrook is a family-owned veterinary pharmaceutical company headquartered in Newry, Northern Ireland, that specialises in manufacturing and distributing both farm and companion animal health products.
Since its founding in 1969, Norbrook has developed a global reach, exporting to over 100 countries.
With a strong focus on innovation, quality manufacturing, and ethical practices, the company offers professionals opportunities to work in cutting-edge science and global distribution, all while being part of a trusted and stable employer.