Cygnet Healthcare is seeking a confident Cook who is passionate about food and making a difference at Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton.
At Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton, you will work 40 hours per week in a state-of-the-art PICU & Acute hospital for men in the West Midlands. The hospital features two wards: a 12-bed PICU and a 17-bed Acute ward. Our multidisciplinary team supports adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including those in need of intensive care. We focus on quick and safe patient transitions to appropriate environments, with referrals coming from various sources, including other health services and prisons.
Main duties of the job
* Prepare, cook, and serve nutritious, balanced, and appetising meals.
* Collaborate with nursing staff to meet patients' dietary needs.
* Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas, and dining room.
* Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and Food Hygiene Regulations.
* Handle, maintain, and store kitchen equipment following procedures.
* Use chemicals in line with COSHH regulations.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 and has developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism, and learning disabilities across the UK. We have a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes, with a dedicated team of 10,000 employees supporting 2,864 individuals across 150 services.
Candidate requirements
* Proven cooking skills, able to work under pressure.
* Experience in the care sector is preferred.
* Ability to plan nourishing and attractive menus within budgets.
* Holder of a food hygiene certificate and good personal hygiene standards.
* Polite, professional, and positive in attitude.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and under supervision.
* Qualified in catering (City & Guilds 706:1 & 2 or NVQ Level 2/3).
Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check. Please note the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.
Person Specification
General Requirements
* Refer to the main job description above.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. An enhanced DBS check is required prior to employment.
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