We are looking for a confident Bank Chef with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working flexible bank hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Thistle House.
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.
Job responsibilities
We are looking for an outstanding Bank Chef who's passionate about food and wants to make a difference.
You'll be working flexible bank hours a week at Thistle House, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.
Situated in a residential area of Dundee, Thistle House is a specialist residential service supporting up to ten individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs. The team of nurses and support workers also support those with behaviours that may challenge, as well as those who have associated mental health needs.
Key Responsibilities
1. Prepare, cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising meals.
2. Provide special diets, taking into account individual preferences & needs.
3. Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients' nutritional & dietary needs.
4. Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room.
5. Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and Food Hygiene Regulations.
6. Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures.
7. Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations.
Why Cygnet?
We offer you:
* Strong career progression opportunities.
* Expert supervision & support.
* Employee referral scheme.
* Pension scheme.
* Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savings.
Person Specification
You are:
* A skilled Chef/Cook who can work under pressure.
* Preferably experienced in the care sector.
* Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets.
* The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards.
* Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external guests at all times.
* An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels.
* Able to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision.
* Qualified in catering to City & Guilds 706: 1 & 2 level or NVQ Level 2/3.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced PVG check.
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role, you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
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.
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