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Cook - NHS - Band 3
Job Posted: 6 hours ago
Salary: £ 13.6 - 21.55 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Cook - NHS - Band 3
Location: Hospitals across Newcastle
Hours: Full-time and Part-time roles available
Start Date: Immediate start - roles available until January 2026
Contract Type: Temporary with potential for permanent opportunities
Salary: Band 3 - £13.60 standard, £17.22 nights and Saturdays, £21.55 Sundays and bank holidays
About the Role
We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic Cooks to join our clients busy hospital catering teams in Newcastle. This is a high-volume, fast-paced role where your contribution directly supports patient care and staff wellbeing.
You will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals for:
Patients, staff, and the general public
Special functions and buffets
An external nursery located on-site
Key responsibilities include:
Cooking and plating meals to NHS standards
Producing individual specialised diets
Exercising judgement on portion control, uptake, and food wastage
Ensuring timely plating and delivery to patient areas
Supporting catering for events and functions
You'll be working in an environment that serves approximately:
Breakfast: 750 people
Lunch: 1,100 people
Dinner: 750 people
What We're Looking For
We are looking for candidates who:
Have experience in high-volume catering
Can work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Understand dietary requirements and food safety standards
Are willing to complete mandatory training and follow compliance protocols
Essential Requirements:
Pass a Basic DBS check
Provide employment history back to school leaving age
Provide 5 years of address history
Complete online training modules
Benefits of Working With Us
Be part of a team that makes a real difference in healthcare
Enjoy regular hours and a rota-based shift pattern
Gain early access to permanent NHS roles
Receive ongoing training and development
Work in a supportive and inclusive environment
Interested in joining a team that cooks with care and purpose?
Apply today and help us deliver nutritious meals that support recovery and wellbeing.
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