Head Cook (HSC/HS 4) - Annotto Bay Hospital

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Organisation
North East Regional Health Authority, Jamaica
Reference
VAC-55403
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Hospitality, Tourism & Food Service
Location
Annotto Bay
Salary & Benefits
$1,545,377 – $1,836,968 per annum
Date Posted
15/01/2025
Expiry Date
31/01/2025
Under the general supervision of the Dietetic Assistant, the incumbent will have the responsibility to prepare and portion meals as well as other activities associated with maintaining the kitchen in a safe and sanitary manner.

 

The ideal candidate will meet the following educational criteria:

  • Secondary School Certificate 
  • Vocational certification from NCTVET or on the job training 
  • Certificate in Supervisory Management would be an asset 
  • Valid food handler’s permit 
  • Two (2) years working independently in a housekeeping role. 

 

Specific Knowledge Required:

  • Knowledge of methods and equipment used in preparing food on a large scale
  • Basic knowledge of nutrition 
  • Knowledge of reading recipes, menus and orders 
  • Knowledge of the proper use and care of various kinds of specialized kitchen equipment
  • Knowledge of basic HACCP principles 

 

Key Responsibility Areas:

  • Preparing meals, supervising cooks and training of new staff engaged in similar duties
  • Maintaining high standards of quality for food preparation and portion control
  • Ensuring that cleanliness is practiced 
  • Caring of equipment used in the kitchen 
  • Inspect kitchen utensil and arrange for the replacement of damaged utensils 

 

 

 

 

NB. WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR RESPONDING, HOWEVER, ONLY SHORT-LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

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