We are looking for an outstanding Chef who's passionate about food and wants to make a difference.
You'll be working 40 hours a week (Mon to Friday, 8 am to 6 pm, may include weekends) at Ellen Mhor, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.
Ellen Mhor is a specialist residential service with nursing, supporting up to 12 adults living with learning disabilities and complex needs, and who may have an autistic spectrum condition. The team also supports individuals who have behaviours that may challenge and associated mental or physical health needs. We provide specialist nursing care and support that is tailored to individual needs, promoting independence and community integration.
Your day-to-day...
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
You are...
1. A skilled Chef who can work under pressure
2. Preferably experienced in the care sector
3. Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets
4. The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards
5. Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external guests at all times
6. An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels
7. Able to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision
8. 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.
All staff are responsible for protecting themselves and others against infection risks. All staff, regardless of whether clinical or not, are expected to comply with current infection control and cleanliness policies and procedures and to report any problems regarding this to the manager. All staff undertaking patient care activities must attend infection control training and updates as required by this organisation.
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you:
1. Strong career progression opportunities
2. Expert supervision & support
3. Pension scheme
4. Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.
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