Patient Diet-Centric Cook for NHS Catering

The Methodist Church in Britain; Staveley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Cook for the catering team at Staveley Health Centre to prepare, cook and serve meals tailored to patient dietary needs, including therapeutic and special diets, under strict food hygiene controls.

The role involves working every other weekend and liaising with clinical areas to plan menus, ensuring patients receive the right meal at the right time, while upholding kitchen hygiene and safety standards.

Qualifications

• City and Guilds NVQ 3 or equivalent in hospitality and catering.
• Basic food hygiene certificate.
• Previous catering experience in a hospital or care setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve nutritious meals tailored to patient needs.
• Ensure meals meet individual dietary requirements, including therapeutic and special diets.
• Adhere to food hygiene legislation, temperature controls and safe systems.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety in the kitchen.
• Advise clinical and catering colleagues on menus and dietary needs.
• Act as the link between catering service and clinical areas to ensure timely service.

Skills

Catering knowledge

Food hygiene

Dietary needs understanding

Communication

Teamwork

Education

City and Guilds NVQ 3 in hospitality & catering

Basic food hygiene certificate

Job description

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Cook for the catering team at Staveley Health Centre to prepare, cook and serve meals tailored to patient dietary needs, including therapeutic and special diets, under strict food hygiene controls.

The role involves working every other weekend and liaising with clinical areas to plan menus, ensuring patients receive the right meal at the right time, while upholding kitchen hygiene and safety standards.