Senior Cook

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.

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the in-house catering team within B&S community hospital, Aviemore.

You will be in charge of the kitchen ensuring all food hygiene regulations are adhered to and will

provide training and development to the kitchen staff on all food safety management systems and the food in hospital policy.

Applicants should:

• Be trained to Rehis Intermediate food hygiene level;
• Have the ability to work as part of a team or on your own initiative;
• Be educated to city & guilds 706/1 or SVQ equivalent;
• Be well educated and of a smart appearance;

This is a part-time permanent post of 30 hour post, to be worked between the hours of 0730 &1830 (5 days over 7) and may also include weekend working in accordance with service requirements.

Informal enquiries will be welcomed by Marion Maclean, Facilities Support Manager, Tel: 01463 706964/email: marion.maclean@nhs.scot

Recruitment team can be contacted by e-mailing nhshighland.recruitment@nhs.scot

Please quote Jobtrain reference XXXXX on all correspondence

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).

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.

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the in-house catering team within B&S community hospital, Aviemore.

You will be in charge of the kitchen ensuring all food hygiene regulations are adhered to and will

provide training and development to the kitchen staff on all food safety management systems and the food in hospital policy.

Applicants should:

• Be trained to Rehis Intermediate food hygiene level;
• Have the ability to work as part of a team or on your own initiative;
• Be educated to city & guilds 706/1 or SVQ equivalent;
• Be well educated and of a smart appearance;

This is a part-time permanent post of 30 hour post, to be worked between the hours of 0730 &1830 (5 days over 7) and may also include weekend working in accordance with service requirements.

Informal enquiries will be welcomed by Marion Maclean, Facilities Support Manager, Tel: 01463 706964/email: marion.maclean@nhs.scot

Recruitment team can be contacted by e-mailing nhshighland.recruitment@nhs.scot

Please quote Jobtrain reference XXXXX on all correspondence

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

• Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part-time hours will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure that pay remains unaffected.
• Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers. / Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd‑labhairt na Gàidhlig.
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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.

Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.

Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty and responsibility

Quality and teamwork