Assistant Cook (Clarendon, Jamaica) - Percy Junor Hospital (SRHA)

The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the Parishes of Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following position at the PERCY JUNOR HOSPITAL: ASSISTANT COOK (HSC/HS 3) (1 Vacant)(Salary range $ 1,332,574- $1,584,011 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post).

Job Summary:
The incumbent under the general supervision of the Head Cook will perform various routine manual work
in a supportive role to kitchen staff in the preparation of meals, ingredients and cleaning tasks to ensure
the kitchen remains efficient in creating and delivering meals.

Specific Knowledge Required

• Knowledge of food supplies, methods and equipment used in preparing food in large quantities and the use and care of utensils and kitchen equipment
• Some knowledge of food values and nutrition
• Ability to supervise and instruct employees in food preparation
• Ability to adapt to changes and new tasks
• Ability to work long hours while standing and under conditions of high temperature
• Good oral communication and human relations skills

Qualification and Experience

• Completion of Secondary Education
• At least two (2) CSEC /GCE O’Level subjects
• Certificate in Commercial Food Preparation – Level 2 (HEART /NSTA Trust)
• Valid Food Handlers’ Permit

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Assist Head Cook with food preparation such as washing, chopping and sorting ingredients
• Adheres to all relevant nutrition and sanitary regulations and standards. Place food on the serving counter or meal assembly line during meal hours.
• Receives, checks and keeps inventory of kitchen equipment
• Wash cooking utensils and cookware etc.
• Sweep, mops and clean kitchen Ensuring that food preparation areas are clean
• Performs related work as required

Applications along with resume should be sent no later than Thursday, June 6, 2024 to:

The Assistant Human Resource Officer
Percy Junor Hospital
Spalding P.O.,
Clarendon
E-Mail – percyjunorjobs@gmail.com

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.