Cook — 37.5h, Flexible Hours & Weekend Pay Premium

Freeman Hospital; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Freeman Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a full-time Cook to join the Catering Team, primarily cooking for our on-site Nursery, with other general kitchen duties as required.

Knowledge of a broad range of cooking methods and a qualification to City & Guilds 706/2 or NVQ 3 in food preparation (or equivalent) and intermediate food hygiene is essential. NHS catering experience is advantageous, and a level 4 qualification may be pursued.

Qualifications

• Essential criteria: City & Guilds 706/2 or NVQ 3 (food preparation) or equivalent experience.
• Hazard analysis training (HACCP) as part of advanced food hygiene controls.
• Intermediate Food Hygiene Qualification.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the highest possible standard of food preparation and cooking.
• To comply with national nutritional policies and food hygiene standards.
• Providing and cooking fresh food for Patients, restaurant, of site offices and onsite nursery.
• Working with the head chef to prepare daily specials.
• Taking part in food tasting and hygiene audits.
• We operate 365 days a year and you may be required to work over the Christmas Holidays if rostered in.

Skills

Intermediate Food Hygiene

Hazard analysis HACCP

Allergen qualification/training

Wide cooking methods

Education

City & Guilds 706/2 or NVQ 3 in food preparation

Job description

Freeman Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a full-time Cook to join the Catering Team, primarily cooking for our on-site Nursery, with other general kitchen duties as required.

Knowledge of a broad range of cooking methods and a qualification to City & Guilds 706/2 or NVQ 3 in food preparation (or equivalent) and intermediate food hygiene is essential. NHS catering experience is advantageous, and a level 4 qualification may be pursued.