Job summary We are looking for an outstanding Cook whos passionate about food and wants to make a difference. Youll 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 2864 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 Pay scheme Other 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 description Job responsibilities We are looking for an outstanding Cook whos passionate about food and wants to make a difference. Youll be working 40 hours a week from (08:00 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). Why Cygnet? Well offer you £12.70 rising to £13.15 Per Hour Paid Breaks Free meal whilst on shift Strong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Employee referral scheme Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving 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 jamescooper1cygnethealth.co.uk. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for an outstanding Cook whos passionate about food and wants to make a difference. Youll be working 40 hours a week from (08:00 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). Why Cygnet? Well offer you £12.70 rising to £13.15 Per Hour Paid Breaks Free meal whilst on shift Strong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Employee referral scheme Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving 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 jamescooper1cygnethealth.co.uk. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Person Specification General Requirements Essential Please refer to job description above Desirable Please refer to job description above Person Specification General Requirements Essential Please refer to job description above Desirable Please refer to job description above 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 https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)