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 Godden Green is a private mental health hospital providing specialist Acute and PICU services for women.We are looking for a full time Assistant Cook who’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference.You’ll be working 38 hours a week over 4 days on a rota basis (3x 10 hour shifts and 1x 8 hour shift) including weekends with the earliest shift start at 7am and latest shift finish at 6pm.We operate a free shuttlebus service to pick up/drop off staff from the local train station for those using public transport if required.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 the Head Chef in menu preparationPrepare, cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising mealsProvide special diets, taking into account individual preferences & needsLead the kitchen staff during the Head Chef`s absenceGuide and supervise the junior kitchen staff during food preparationLiaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients’ nutritional & dietary needsMaintain the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining roomEnsure compliance with health & safety standards and Food Hygiene RegulationsHandle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet proceduresUse chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulationsWhy Cygnet? We’ll offer you…£13.45 per hour rising to £13.75 after 3 monthsPaid HolidayFree Shuttlebus service from Sevenoaks train station for those commuting using public transportCompany pension schemeSmart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checksHealth Cash PlanFree meals on dutyEmployee referral schemeYou are...A skilled cook who can work under pressurePreferably experienced in the care sectorAble to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgetsThe holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standardsPolite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external quests at all timesAn excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levelsAble to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervisionSuccessful 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
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