Temporary Cook 

££ Location: Perth, PH1
££ Pay Rate: £14.55 per hour
££ Hours per Week: 22.5 or 30 
££ Start Date: ASAP
££ Contract Duration: 6–8 weeks initially, with potential 2-week extensions thereafter

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Are you an experienced cook with a strong understanding of food hygiene and nutrition£ We are currently recruiting a Temporary Cook on behalf of our third-party client for an immediate start.

Key Responsibilities:

- Preparation, cooking, and service of a wide range of dishes, including therapeutic and modified diets for patients, staff, visitors, and functions
- Ensure that agreed standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and service quality are consistently met and monitored
- Maintain accurate records in line with departmental and regulatory requirements
- Follow standard recipes to meet nutritional guidelines, including fluid and food consistency adaptations for special diets
- Report equipment faults or hazards to appropriate personnel or directly to the Estates Fault Line
- Work collaboratively with Head/Assistant Head Cooks, supervisors, and clinical staff to meet service delivery needs

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Key Skills and Experience:

- Proven experience in a commercial or healthcare kitchen environment
- Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards (e.g. HACCP, COSHH)
- Ability to prepare meals in line with therapeutic and dietary requirements
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Competent in record keeping, stock control, and cleanliness procedures
- Team player with a positive and proactive attitude
- Knowledge of modified texture diets and nutritional standards is desirable

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££ Apply now to join a valued team making a real difference in healthcare catering. Immediate start available.