We are looking for an outstanding Cook who's passionate about food and wants to make a difference. You'll be working 40 hours a week from (07:00 till 17:00 inc Alternative Weekends) at Cygnet Wast Hills (Kings Norton, Birmingham), creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. Cygnet Wast Hills provides support for 21 individuals with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs for men over 18 in Kings Norton (B39 9ET).
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10,000 employees empower 2,864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Date posted
06 February 2025
Salary
£26,416 to £27,352 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VP232B83BD
Job locations
Wast Hills Autism Services, Wasthill Lane, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B38 9ET
Job responsibilities
Your day-to-day...
* Prepare, cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising meals
* Provide special diets, taking into account individual preferences & needs
* Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients nutritional & dietary needs
* Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room
* Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and Food Hygiene Regulations
* Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures
* Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations
You are...
* Experienced Cook used to working in a team environment (Essential)
* Previous Healthcare Experience (Desirable)
* Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets
* Must hold an up-to-date Food & Hygiene Certificate (Essential)
* Strong knowledge of COOSH (Essential)
* Experienced in dealing with multi-dietary requirements and allergens
* Polite & professional (Essential)
* Strong Verbal Communication Skills (Essential)
* Able to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision
Alternatively, please send your CV to jamescooper1@cygnethealth.co.uk.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name: Cygnet Health Care
Address: Wast Hills Autism Services, Wasthill Lane, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B38 9ET
Employer's website: cygnethealth.co.uk
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