Cygnet Hospital Stevenage offers a range of secure and PICU and acute mental health services for men and women in a purpose-built therapeutic environment where the focus is on maximising positive outcomes and recovery.
We are recruiting for an Casual/Bank Chef who’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference.
You will work flexible bank shifts on an ad-hoc basis to suit your availability and lifestyle.
Apply now to enjoy flexibility while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people and making a huge difference to our service users and their families.
Your day-to-day…
* Prepare, cook and serve meals, hot and cold, as appropriate.
* To maintain the highest level of sanitation in the kitchen.
* To perform whatever duties the duty chef see necessary.
* Be responsible for the washing up after meals and the overall cleaning of the kitchen and where appropriate the dining area.
* Maintain an accurate record / list of food supplies, freezer temperatures requirements, etc. where requested / required.
* Order stocks and check deliveries, as well as check and value stocks as required by the Head Chef.
* Supervise and train Kitchen Staff in the use of all equipment and hygiene procedures.
* Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence.
* Ensure statutory Health and Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
You are…
* A skilled Chef/Cook who can work under pressure
* Preferably experienced in the care sector
* Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets
* The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards
* Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external quests at all times
* An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels
* Able to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision
* Qualified in catering to City & Guilds 706: 1 & 2 level or NVQ Level 2/3
In return we’ll offer you:
* Strong career progression opportunities
* Employee Discount Scheme
* Regular coaching and support
* Free meals on duty
* NHS Blue light card – A wide range of discounts and offers from categories such as holidays, rail travel, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and many other items.
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.