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. We are looking for an outstanding Kitchen Assistant/Catering Assistant who’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference. You’ll be working Part time 22.5 hours a week at Cygnet Hospital Wyke, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. T his role is predominantly weekend working with a flexible weekday in line with the kitchen’s rota. Some degree of flexibility will be required Cygnet Hospital Wyke provides a comprehensive pathway of acute admissions services for men. Our team works closely and collaboratively with service users, their families and the referrer to provide a seamless pathway from referral to discharge. Our acute service works to assess and manage risk factors, allowing us as a hospital to work successfully and robustly with individuals posing a higher level of complexity and challenge and who present a risk to themselves and others. Your Day-to-Day • Assist the team in the providing balanced, appetising meals • Perform basic food preparation, cooking tasks & other kitchen duties • Wash utensils, dishes & make sure they are stored appropriately • Sort, store & distribute ingredients, check deliveries and assist with stock ordering • Maintain personal hygiene and ensure the kitchen is clean & hygienic • Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet proced ures • Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations. You are • Passionate about catering, preferably with experience within a care setting • Enthusiastic, keen to learn and an active team member • Polite & professional, with a positive attitude at all times • An excellent communicator who can liaise with people at all levels • Able to work on your own initiative & under supervision • Diligent & take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness. Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you… • £13.15 Per Hour • Strong career progression opportunities • Expert supervision & support • Employee referral scheme • Pension scheme • Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving 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. Click the button to apply