Catering Supervisor — Patient Kitchen & Team Leader (35h), Melrose

OUR VALUES IN ACTION Care and Compassion, Quality and Teamwork, Dignity and Respect, Openness, honesty and responsibility.

This role is a 35‑hour per week position with various shifts as required. As of 1 April 2026, a full‑time working week may be reduced from 37 to 36 hours, with a corresponding increase in hourly rate.

• Prepare, cook, and serve a range of dishes, including therapeutic diets, for patients, staff, visitors, and functions.
• Supervise subordinate staff in all duties within the department when dedicated supervisory staff is absent.

• Legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom (right to work or eligibility for sponsorship).
• Must be able to obtain the required criminal records check. If the role is assessed as a regulated role, candidate must join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.