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Challenge-trg Recruitment is currently looking for a Hospital Chef/Cook to work in the Newport, NP20 4SZ.A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible. Immediate start available Your pay rate as a Chef/Cook:You will be paid 12.60 per hourShifts available:Weekly hours 37.5 5 over 7 days, will include some weekends6am-2pm or 11am-7pmYour duties include:You will be responsible for cooking food in the hospital kitchen making sure all patients and staff have highly nutritious, high-quality food. You'll work with the catering manager to make sure that food and drink is nutritious and appetising. The food must meet patients' needs.Additional duties as a Chef/Cook will include:Planning meals and menusPreparing food, using various kitchen equipmentStoring food correctlyMaking sure as little as possible is wastedWorking as a part of the catering teamMaking sure that meal choices reflect the preferences and dietary requirementsSupervising kitchen assistantsOur ideal candidate as a Chef/Cook:Interested in food and cookingWilling to work in hot, noisy conditionsPhysically fit for standing, moving and liftingFlexible and adaptableKeen to provide good customer serviceAdditional necessities as a Chef/Cook:Awareness of food hygiene and food safetyTeam working skillsOrganisational skillsLevel 2 - 3 Food Safety Certificate required.NVQ 2 chef in a kitchen preferableAll candidates are subject to DBS check.Candidates are expected to work up to 28 hours p/w between Monday and Sunday, with potential overtime on rotation. Flexibility across different hospital locations would be an advantage (Newport and Pontypool). Own transport is essential for this role.Location: Newport, NP20 4SZChallenge-trg Recruitment has partnered up with the Company Shop, which will enable our staff and colleagues the opportunity to access their membership scheme free of charge. You can gain access to discounted food at up to 70% off the recommended retail price.We are a Flexible Pay Employer that offers Wagestream. The money management app lets you choose when to get paid, put money aside each month, get discounts on your shopping, check your benefits entitlement, and much more.We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.Apply now to become a Hospital Chef!Challenge-trg Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancyTPBN1_UKTJ