Cook - NHS - Band 3Location: Hospitals across NewcastleHours: Full-time and Part-time roles availableStart Date: Immediate start - roles available until January 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:Patients, staff, and the general publicSpecial functions and buffetsAn external nursery located on-site Key responsibilities include:Cooking and plating meals to NHS standardsProducing individual specialised dietsExercising judgement on portion control, uptake, and food wastageEnsuring timely plating and delivery to patient areasSupporting catering for events and functions You''ll be working in an environment that serves approximately:Breakfast: 750 peopleLunch: 1,100 peopleDinner: 750 people What We''re Looking ForWe are looking for candidates who:Have experience in high-volume cateringCan work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesUnderstand dietary requirements and food safety standardsAre willing to complete mandatory training and follow compliance protocols Essential Requirements:Pass a Basic DBS checkProvide employment history back to school leaving ageP