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NHS Scotland Commitment
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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NHS Highland is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Cook to lead our kitchen team within Home Farm nursing care home setting.
This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults by providing nutritious, high-quality meals that support health, wellbeing, and enjoyment.
Role and Responsibilities
As Senior Cook, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the kitchen, ensuring that meals are prepared safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You will lead catering staff, plan menus, manage food ordering and stock control, and ensure compliance with food safety legislation and NHS Highland policies.
You will work closely with residents, families, and the wider care team to provide choice, dignity, and person-centred dining experiences.
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Informal Enquiries
Informal enquiries can be made to: Neil Ingall on neil.ingall@nhs.scot or Sheena Williamson on sheena.williamson@nhs.scot
Important Notes
- This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heath and Care Worker visa.
- NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Additional Information For Candidates
Flexible Working
Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.
How To Apply
- Apply online through Jobtrain.
- Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
- Please ensure the address on your application form reflects your current place of residence for your present workplace and can be verified through your identification documents.
- Do not upload a CV – CVs are not used for shortlisting.
- Applications close at midnight on the stated closing date.
- Once submitted, applications cannot be changed.
Keeping in Touch
- We will contact you by email.
- Please check your email (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account regularly.
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Support and Accessibility
- Help with applying: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
- Jobtrain technical support: https://knowledge.jobtrain.co.uk/jobseeker
- Jobtrain accessibility statement: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/
- If you need adjustments to support you through the recruitment process, please tell us.
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- If you work for NHS Highland, make sure your Jobtrain profile shows this.
What is it like to work for NHS Highland?
Visit https://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/careers/ to find out more about living and working in our area.
Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers.
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