Team Leader – Central Production Unit

NHS National Services Scotland; Paisley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Scotland is looking for a motivated Band 3 Supervisor, Team Leader to manage core functions in their Cook Freeze Production Unit. The candidate will supervise daily operations, ensure food hygiene standards, and provide training to staff. A background in large-scale food production is essential, and the position offers training for food hygiene certification. This is a full-time position with 37 hours per week, working in a shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale food production required.
• Preferred certification in food hygiene, training provided.
• Strong team leadership and training capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise core functions of the production unit.
• Provide training and support to staff.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and environmental standards.

Skills

Experience in large-scale food production or catering environment

Effective supervision and training skills

Knowledge of food hygiene standards

Education

Certificate in Intermediate food hygiene

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

1x permanent post, hours - 37 hours per week, shift pattern - 7.5 hours per day working between the hours of 0700-1700 daily on a rotational basis.

The Cook Freeze Production Unit is seeking to hire a highly motivated individual to fill the position of Band 3 Supervisor, Team Leader within The Cook Freeze Production Unit.

This role entails the daily coordination and supervision of several ‘core functions’ to ensure the seamless operation of activities, compliance with productivity schedules, and the maintenance of consistently high quality standards. The core functions are supported by four primary teams: Production; Hygiene; Portioning, Packing & Freezing; and Goods In/Issue. The individual in this position will serve as Team Leader for all four core functions on a rotational basis, with daily responsibilities assigned to one specific team.

The individual will assist the Team Manager by providing effective supervision, training, and development for CPU staff. Additionally, the individual will be responsible for upholding the highest standards of food and environmental hygiene throughout the CPU and its associated areas.

While a certificate in Intermediate food hygiene is preferred, it is not mandatory as training can be provided. However, experience in a large-scale food production or catering environment is essential for this role.

Informal Contact : Scott Stirrat, 0141 314 6187, [e-mail]

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