Location: Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE7 7DN, United Kingdom
Type: Full-Time Position, 37.5 hours/week
About The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and most reputable teaching NHS foundation trusts. They employ around 16,000 staff and generate an annual income of £1 billion. The Trust has a long-standing reputation for providing high-quality care, clinical excellence, and innovation in medical research, serving both regional and national patients. They are also proud to be the second-largest provider of specialized services in the country, handling around 2 million patient contacts annually.
Job details
About the Role
The Assistant Cook will assist in the preparation, cooking, and serving of meals for patients, staff, and functions. Responsibilities include producing patient sandwiches, salads, cold sweets, and children’s meals. The role involves working 5 days out of 7, including weekends, on a 3-week rolling rota with shifts from 6 am to 2 pm and 10 am to 6 pm.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in one of the UK’s largest and most reputable NHS Foundation Trusts.
- Work within a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Flexible working arrangements may be considered.
Requirements
- Basic food hygiene qualification (Level 2).
- Experience in preparing and cooking a broad range of food items.
- Knowledge of catering equipment and basic knife skills.
Salary Details
Further details may be available upon inquiry or during the interview process.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist cooks in preparing, cooking, and serving meals.
- Responsible for producing cold items for the following day.
- Complete relevant paperwork as required.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Successful candidates requiring a DBS check will need to cover the cost via salary deduction from their first month’s pay.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Guidance on criminal record checks for overseas applicants can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to promoting equality and diversity. Applications are welcome regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or age.
Application Process
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the button below. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview on 11 September 2024.
