Senior Cook - Lead Kitchen for Elder Care Dining

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Scotland; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Highland is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Cook to lead our kitchen team within Home Farm nursing care home setting.

You will be responsible for day-to-day management of the kitchen, ensuring meals are prepared safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You will lead catering staff, plan menus, manage food ordering and stock control, and ensure compliance with food safety legislation and NHS Highland policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of the kitchen and catering staff.
• Plan menus and oversee food ordering and stock control.
• Ensure meals are prepared safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Collaborate with residents, families and care team to provide person-centred dining.

Job description

NHS Highland is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Cook to lead our kitchen team within Home Farm nursing care home setting.

You will be responsible for day-to-day management of the kitchen, ensuring meals are prepared safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You will lead catering staff, plan menus, manage food ordering and stock control, and ensure compliance with food safety legislation and NHS Highland policies.