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Please note this vacancy is only open to current NHS Ayrshire and Arran Staff
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. The post holder is required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
You will be an organised person with kitchen and Customer Care skills and experience. You must have experience in large scale catering preferably within NHS. You must have knowledge of The IDDS Framework for therapeutic diets. You should have the ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team. A basic food hygiene certificate is essential along with good communication skills and knowledge of The IDDS Framework/training, food allergens and labelling.
Our main kitchen provides in excess of 2000 prepared and cooked meals every day including therapeutic diets to patients, staff and the public. In addition, we cater for hospitality for meetings and functions.
Your duties include preparation of therapeutic diets and supplements and follow standard recipes. You may be required to work additional hours during periods of leave. You will maintain a high standard of hygiene, recording and monitoring data for HACCP and environmental health.
This post requires you to work 7 days on 7 days off. The hours for the post are 9.30am - 5.30pm.
For informal enquiries please contact Nicola McIvor, Catering Manager, University Hospital Ayr, Telephone: 01292 614521
Applications are welcome from UK, EEA and non-EEA candidates.
EU Settlement Scheme - EU, EEA or Swiss nationals are strongly encouraged to join the EU Settlement Scheme prior to 30th June 2021. As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to produce proof of your EU Settlement status from 1st July 2021 to demonstrate your Right to Work in the United Kingdom. Further information: https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families. Existing employees may be asked to provide evidence of their EU Settlement Status from 1st July 2021.