We are looking for an outstanding Cook who is passionate about food and wants to make a difference.
You'll be working 40 hours a week at Cygnet Paddocks, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. Working hours are Monday to Sunday (between 7am - 5pm) working times to be discussed at interview.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up.
Job responsibilities
* Prepare, cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising meals
* 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
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you
* Strong career progression opportunities
* Expert supervision & support
* Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving
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 DBS 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.
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