NHS Cook: Nutritious Meals & Patient Diet Support

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust; Staveley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free staff parking

Job summary

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is seeking an experienced Cook to join the catering team at Staveley Health Centre. You will prepare, cook and serve nutritious meals, ensuring high standards, safety and compliance with dietary needs for patients.

You will work closely with clinical and catering colleagues to provide meals at the right time and ensure quality and safety across multiple sites in Derbyshire and Derby.

Qualifications

• City and Guilds NVQ 3 or equivalent in hospitality and catering.
• Basic Food Hygiene.
• Knowledge of catering safety and hygiene standards.
• Knowledge of portion control and nutrition.
• Experience in a catering environment with a range of meals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve nutritious meals meeting dietary requirements.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and temperature controls.
• Collaborate with clinical and catering colleagues to meet patient needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork / initiative

Education

City and Guilds NVQ 3

Basic Food Hygiene

Job description

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is seeking an experienced Cook to join the catering team at Staveley Health Centre. You will prepare, cook and serve nutritious meals, ensuring high standards, safety and compliance with dietary needs for patients.

You will work closely with clinical and catering colleagues to provide meals at the right time and ensure quality and safety across multiple sites in Derbyshire and Derby.