251845 Head Cook

About the role

The Head Cook position at Galloway Community Hospital is responsible for overseeing the kitchen operations, ensuring the production and service of high-quality meals for patients, staff, and visitors. Key responsibilities include managing operational aspects such as deliveries, preparation, storage, and dining areas, as well as supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen and associated areas
• Supervise all operational aspects including deliveries, preparation, storage rooms, dining room, and staff supervision
• Ensure adherence to food hygiene regulations
• Show comprehensive knowledge of food hygiene regulations and possess strong culinary and supervisory skills

Requirements

• Experience in a commercial/industrial setting is advantageous but not mandatory
• Hospitality experience is advantageous

Qualifications

No specific qualifications are listed, but comprehensive knowledge of food hygiene regulations and strong culinary and supervisory skills are essential.

Skills

Essential skills include strong culinary abilities, excellent supervisory skills, and the ability to manage operational aspects of a kitchen.

Benefits

NHS Dumfries and Galloway offers free, unlimited parking at all hospital sites for staff and patients.

Pay

The pay details are not specified in the job advert.

Schedule

The schedule details are not specified in the job advert.

Benefits

The benefits details are not specified in the job advert.

Contact Information

Informal enquiries can be directed to Dawn.williams2@nhs.scot. For more information about working with NHS Dumfries and Galloway, visit Work With Us.

Application Process

To apply, candidates should submit an assessment form through the Jobtrain platform. No CVs are accepted for shortlisting purposes. Applications close at midnight on the indicated date.

Equal Opportunity

NHS Dumfries and Galloway is committed to promoting equality and diversity and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The organization welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Public Protection

All public protection practices are founded on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the European Convention on Human Rights, and they underpin NHS Dumfries and Galloway's core business.

Additional Information for International Candidates

To apply, candidates must ensure they have the appropriate right to work in the UK. If required, they must check eligibility for a Work Visa on the Home Office website: Check UK Visa. NHS Dumfries and Galloway cannot sponsor bank contracts.

United Kingdom Registration

NHS Dumfries & Galloway cannot support OSCE training for international nurses for vacancies requiring professional registration.