Cook - NHS Band 3Location: Hospitals across NewcastleHours: Full-time and Part-time roles availableStart Date: Immediate start - roles available until Feburary 2026Contract Type: Temporary with potential for permanent opportunitiesSalary: Band 3 - £13.60 standard, £17.22 nights and Saturdays, £21.55 Sundays and bank holidays About the RoleWe 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:<ul><li>Patients, staff, and the general public</li><li>Special functions and buffets</li><li>An external nursery located on-site</li></ul> Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Cooking and plating meals to NHS standards</li><li>Producing individual specialised diets</li><li>Exercising judgement on portion control, uptake, and food wastage</li><li>Ensuring timely plating and delivery to patient areas</li><li>Supporting catering for events and functions</li></ul> You'll be working in an environment that serves approximately:<ul><li>Breakfast: 750 people</li><li>Lunch: 1,100 people</li><li>Dinner: 750 people</li></ul> What We're Looking ForWe are looking for candidates who:<ul><li>Have experience in high-volume catering</li><li>Can work under pressure and meet tight deadlines</li><li>Understand dietary requirements and food safety standards</li><li>Are willing to complete mandatory training and follow compliance protocols</li></ul> Essential Requirements:<ul><li>Pass a Basic DBS check</li><li>Provide employment history back to school leaving age</li><li>Provide 5 years of address history</li><li>Complete online training modules</li></ul> Benefits of Working With Us<ul><li>Be part of a team that makes a real difference in healthcare</li><li>Enjoy regular hours and a rota-based shift pattern</li><li>Gain early access to permanent NHS roles</li><li>Receive ongoing training and development</li><li>Work in a supportive and inclusive environment</li></ul> Interested in joining a team that cooks with care and purpose?Apply today and help us deliver nutritious meals that support recovery and wellbeing.Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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