251845 Head Cook
Job Description
Head Cook – Galloway Community Hospital
A rare and exciting opportunity has become available for a Head Cook to join our existing team at the Galloway Community Hospital. Duties will include the day-to-day running of the department, producing and serving high-quality meals for patients, staff, and visitors, and supervising all operational aspects of the kitchen and associated areas, including deliveries, preparation, storage rooms, dining room, and staff within these areas.
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Responsibilities
- Run the cooking department efficiently.
- Produce and serve high-quality meals for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Supervise deliveries, preparation, storage rooms, dining room, and kitchen staff.
- Ensure adherence to food hygiene regulations.
Qualifications
- Commercial or industrial background experience advantageous (not required).
- Hospitality experience advantageous.
- Comprehensive knowledge of food hygiene regulations.
- Strong food preparation, culinary, and supervisory skills.
Work Visa and Right to Work
Work Visa
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Equality and Diversity
NHS Dumfries and Galloway is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
