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). 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 Please note successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. This vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.