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Relief Cook, Smiddybrae House

Orkney Islands Council
Orkney
4 days ago
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ORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE


Smiddybrae House, Dounby


Relief Cook


Hours are offered on an as and when required basis


£15.38 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)


A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate


We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic person to undertake Relief Cook duties at Smiddybrae House, a residential establishment in Dounby providing continuous care to the frail, elderly and those with dementia. You will assist in preparing a choice of nutritional meals to a consistently high standard whilst ensuring the highest standards of food hygiene.


You should hold an Intermediate Food Hygiene qualification or equivalent OR hold an Elementary Food Hygiene qualification with the requirement to achieve an Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate.


This post is subject to Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with protected adults.


Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Joanna Nicholson, Intern Registered Manager on .


Recruitment for this post is on-going


Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.

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