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We are looking for an outstanding Kitchen Assistant who’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference.
You’ll be working full time 40 hours a week (10 hour days 8am – 6pm including alternative weekends) at Cygnet Pindar House, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.
Cygnet Pindar House is our 22 bed Neuropsychiatric care and treatment service for men affected by acquired brain injuries. It is a safe and secure place to aid recovery as well as offering those diagnosed with a progressive neurological disease like Huntington’s Disease, a caring and longer term placement to support and help manage the progression of their symptoms.
The service is a modern purpose-built facility, designed specifically to provide a clinically-led evidence-based neuropsychiatric pathway for individuals presenting with behaviours that challenge. Our focus is to create a therapeutic rich environment to engage the men in our care and offer them the opportunity to maximise their independence.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
With us, you’ll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.
Your day-to-day…
* Assist in the preparation of balanced, appetising meals
* Perform cooking tasks & other kitchen duties
* Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room
* Wash utensils, dishes & make sure they are stored appropriately
* Rotate stock & put away all deliveries
* Maintain personal hygiene to comply with Cygnet 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
* Pension scheme
* “Cycle to work” scheme & employee discount savings
You are…
* Experienced in catering, preferably within a care setting
* The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards
* Enthusiastic, keen to learn & an active team member
* Polite & professional, with a positive attitude at all times
* An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels
* Diligent & take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness
* Able to work on your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision
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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