Head Kitchen Specialist

6 days ago


Irvine, North Ayrshire, United Kingdom NHS National Services Scotland Full time

National Health Service (NHS) National Services Scotland seeks a skilled Senior Culinary Professional to join its team at Ayrshire Central Hospital.

Job Description

This role demands an experienced Cook who can manage kitchen operations efficiently, ensuring high-quality meal preparation and timely service delivery. Relevant qualifications, such as City and Guilds 706/1 and 706/2, are essential, along with a Food Hygiene Certificate.

Main Responsibilities:
  1. Cooking and serving nutritious meals for patients and staff.
  2. Maintaining stringent food hygiene standards and safety protocols.
  3. Overseeing kitchen inventory and controlling costs to optimize resource allocation.
  4. Cooperating with dieticians and other healthcare specialists to tailor meal plans according to individual needs.
Qualifications and Skills:
  • A basic Food Hygiene Certificate is required.
  • A Diet Cookery Certificate is also necessary.
  • City & Guilds 706/2 (or equivalent) or similar certifications are highly valued.
  • Comprehensive understanding of COSHH guidelines and customer care principles.
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
Work Schedule and Compensation:

22.3 hours of work per week, distributed across 3 weekdays and including weekend duties. The salary range is £26,500 - £31,500 per annum, influenced by experience.

Employee Benefits:

National Health Service (NHS) pension plan, annual leave entitlement, and access to professional development programs.


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