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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