Cook in Craigavon

Haughey Recruitment; Armagh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Cook to join a team at Craigavon Area Hospital, responsible for preparing food for patients and staff. Candidates should have qualifications in food safety and experience in cooking. This position involves inventory management, staff training, and maintaining food quality standards. Contact [e-mail] for more details.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Level 2 Award in Food Safety or equivalent.
• Experience in food preparation and cooking is essential.
• Ability to use equipment economically and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Monitor stock levels and manage orders.
• Ensure proper use of food and equipment.
• Report pests, equipment issues, and food quality concerns.
• Assist in training new staff.

Skills

Food Safety

Food Preparation

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Award in Food Safety

NVQ Level 3 in Food Preparation & Cooking

NVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation & Cooking

Job description

Overview

Cook in Craigavon (Band 3). We are currently recruiting a Band 3 Cook on behalf of our client SHSCT to work in Craigavon Area Hospital. Reporting to the Catering Manager, the successful candidate will work as part of a team responsible for preparing food for patients, clients, staff and visitors to the agreed standard of the facility.

Responsibilities

• Monitor stock levels and order goods ensuring that correct procedures are followed with regard to receipt and storage of food and consumables.


• Ensure the correct and economical use of provisions, consumables and equipment.


• Report any sightings of pests or infestations immediately to a supervisor or manager.


• Report defective equipment / services to a supervisor or manager.


• Report any issues regarding food quality to supervisor / manager.


• Participate in training of new staff and development of staff to ensure they are competent to undertake their duties.


• Contribute ideas on staff menus, functions and the catering services in general.


• Deal with telephone queries and take appropriate action as necessary.


• Cash handling duties as required.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Award in Food Safety or equivalent


• NVQ Level 3 in Food Preparation & Cooking or equivalent


• NVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation & Cooking or equivalent, plus 1 year’s experience as a cook, or 3 years’ experience as a cook

For more information on this Cook in Craigavon role email [e-mail] or call 02887440033