Chef Perth And Kinross

Chef Perth And KinrossPay Rate: £14.55 per hourLocation: Perth and KinrossHours/Shift Pattern: 30 hours per week, across 4 shifts per week. Shifts will fall between approximately 6:00 AM - 5:30 PM.Working Days: 4 shifts per week, including weekends, based on service requirements.Assignment Length: Initially 12 weekAbout the RolePertemps is currently recruiting for a Chef to join our agency team supporting an hospital catering service.In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving a wide range of dishes, including therapeutic dietary options, for patients, staff, and visitors. You will work within a fast-paced environment, delivering high-volume catering while maintaining strict food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards.Key ResponsibilitiesFood Preparation & Service: Cook and present meals following standard recipes and departmental nutrition guidelines.Hygiene & Compliance: Maintain high food hygiene standards and comply strictly with HACCP, COSHH, and Manual Handling guidelines.Record Keeping: Complete temperature logs, quality checks, and food safety documentation accurately and on time.Safety & Equipment: Operate kitchen machinery safely, report equipment hazards, and maintain a "clean as you go" standard.Stock & Supplies: Safely receive, check, store, and manage food stock and consumables economically.Key Requirements & QualificationsExperience: 3 years of cooking experience, ideally including large-scale or high-volume catering.Qualifications: SVQ Level 3, City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2, or equivalent qualification.Certifications: REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent.Knowledge: Sound understanding of HACCP, COSHH, Manual Handling, and Food Safety Management.Key Skills: Ability to work efficiently under pressure to strict meal times, with strong organisational and communication skills and good adaptability.How to ApplyIf you are a qualified Chef looking for a 12-week agency opportunity within an hospital catering environment, apply today by getting in touch with us!Contact: