Overview
Cygnet Hospital Maidstone is our state-of-the-art, 65 bed mental health facility for adults situated in the new Kent Medical Campus in Maidstone. We are currently recruiting for a Bank Kitchen Assistant who is looking for flexibility and able to work ad hoc bank shifts as and when required to provide temporary cover for annual leave, sickness, training, etc. Shift times are earliest start at 7:00am and latest finish at 5:30pm which includes both weekdays and weekends. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in a catering/kitchen/hospitality environment and will assist the Chef in all aspects of the catering operation as required ensuring all catering areas are maintained in a hygienic, clean, and safe manner. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.
Responsibilities
* Assist in the preparation of balanced, appetising meals
* Perform cooking tasks and other kitchen duties
* Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas and dining room
* Wash utensils, dishes and ensure they are stored appropriately
* Rotate stock and put away all deliveries
* Maintain personal hygiene to comply with Cygnet standards and food hygiene regulations
* Handle, maintain and store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures
* Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations
Qualifications and Attributes
* Experienced in catering, preferably within a healthcare setting
* The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards
* Enthusiastic, keen to learn and an active team member
* Polite and professional, with a positive attitude at all times
* An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels
* Diligent and take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness
* Able to work on your own initiative, as part of a team and under supervision
Benefits
* Flexible working
* Employee Discount Scheme
* DBS paid
* Regular coaching and support
* Subsidised meals
* Enhanced DBS check as required
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Additional information
* Benefits & Rewards: NHS Staff Discounts - Cygnet provides its staff with NHS discounts across a range of high street retailers. The discounts can be redeemed by showing your Cygnet ID badge. You can also get further discounts by registering your details with Health Service Discounts and Blue Light Card.
* On-site Benefits: Cygnet provides free meals and free on-site parking for employees at work.
* Cycle To Work Scheme: Cygnet will give you exclusive access to a range of benefits with our Cycle To Work scheme.
* Enhanced Maternity: In addition to statutory pay, Cygnet provides enhanced maternity pay.
* Plan your commute: Cygnet Hospital Maidstone
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