Cook. Musgrave Park Hospital Belfast £11.45 Posted April 25, 2024 Location: Musgrave Park Hospital Pay Rate: £11.45 per hour Contract: Full-time, Shifts on Rota including some weekends Are you a skilled Cook looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary talents? We are currently seeking a dedicated individual to join our team in the Catering Department. Job Summary / Main Purpose: As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of meals and specialized culinary items independently or as part of a team. This includes catering for dietary requirements, maintaining hygienic conditions, and ensuring the proper use and handling of equipment. Main Duties / Responsibilities: Prepare, cook, dispatch, and serve meals, snacks, and beverages to agreed menus and standards. Cater for dietary requirements and special functions as required. Maintain hygienic conditions in food preparation and storage. Ensure proper cleaning, washing-up, and storage of crockery, equipment, and utensils. Utilize resources efficiently and rectify defects as needed. Adhere to safety regulations and procedures. Attend training sessions and assist with staff development as required. Maintain records related to meals served, stock control, and cash control. Maintain personal hygiene and hygienic catering practices at all times. Contribute ideas for staff menus, functions, and catering service improvements. Order and check food supplies, ensuring quantity and quality control. Essential Criteria: City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 certificates or equivalent OR 3 years relevant cooking experience OR City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 years relevant cooking experience OR NVQ Level 2 in Catering AND Basic Food Hygiene Certificate If you have a passion for cooking and meet the essential criteria, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and contribute to delivering high-quality catering services.