We are delighted to announce that John McDonald, Head Chef at Knockrobin Hill Care Home in Wicklow Town has won a 2024 NHI Care Award at an awards ceremony in The Round Room in the Mansion House Dublin.
The NHI Care Awards are presented by Nursing Homes Ireland to celebrate and recognise excellence in care. Winning this award is testament to the care and dedication that John gives to ensuring that residents at Knockrobin have delicious and nutritious meals to enjoy every day.
John has been a member of the team at Knockrobin Hill Care Home since 2021 and is a devoted Head Chef who takes pride in serving nutritious, restaurant-quality meals to residents and staff.
His ethos – “If I wouldn’t eat it, I won’t serve it” – reflects his commitment to using healthy, fresh ingredients. John’s dedication ensures residents receive meals that not only nourish but also bring joy to their daily lives.
This is the second time that a member of staff at Knockrobin Hill Nursing Home has won an NHI Care Award with Activities Manager Luke Coughlan winning the award in 2023. It is also the second award that Knockrobin Hill has won in 2024, taking home a Workplace Excellence Award earlier this year.
Speaking about the win, Seamus Killeen COO of Curam Care Homes said
“We are thrilled for John and proud to have him as part of our team. His dedication to what he does aligns perfectly with our own values and ethos of person-centered care. Food is an important part of our residents day, and every day John puts care and commitment into ensuring that residents have food that is not only nutritious but delicious”.