Job Description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Cygnet Hospital Stevenage offers a range of secure and PICU and acute mental health services for men and women in a purpose-built therapeutic environment where the focus is on maximising positive outcomes and recovery.

We are recruiting for a part-time Chef who’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference.

You’ll be working 30 hours a week, 8am - 6pm (Thursday, Friday & Saturday) in a medium secure setting.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organization that cares about helping people.

You’re 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
• Maintain an accurate record / list of food supplies, freezer temperatures requirements, etc. where requested / required.
• 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...

• A skilled Chef 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 quests 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

In return we’ll offer you:

• £24,480 per annum (pro rata)
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Regular coaching and support
• Employee NHS - discount savings (Bluelight Card)
• Company pension scheme
• Free Private Health Care
• Subsidised meals on duty

Please note successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.

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