Assistant Cook

NHS; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Macclesfield is seeking an Assistant Cook who is passionate about food. This role involves working 25 hours a week, helping to create an excellent dining experience for residents at Broughton Lodge. Ideal candidates will have catering experience and a food hygiene certificate.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Employee discount savings

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in catering, preferably within a care setting.
• Holder of a food hygiene certificate with good hygiene standards.
• Enthusiastic and keen to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of balanced, appetising meals.
• Perform cooking tasks and other kitchen duties.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and service areas.

Skills

Catering experience

Food hygiene certification

Teamwork

Communication skills

Cleanliness

Job description

We are looking for an outstanding Assistant Cook who is passionate about food and wants to make a difference. You'll be working 25 hours a week (including working alternate weekends, shift pattern to be discussed at interview), creating an excellent experience for the people in our care at Broughton Lodge.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

About us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service‑user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job responsibilities

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 Assistant Cook who is passionate about food and wants to make a difference.

You'll be working 25 hours a week (including working alternate weekends, shift pattern to be discussed at interview), creating an excellent experience for the people in our care at Broughton Lodge.

Broughton Lodge is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and a learning disability who may present with behaviours that may be of concern.

We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration. On site we have a multi‑disciplinary team (MDT) who assist and support us to provide outcome based care and support pathways.

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.

• Assist in the preparation of balanced, appetising meals
• Perform cooking tasks & other kitchen duties
• Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room
• Wash utensils, dishes & make sure they are stored appropriately
• Maintain personal hygiene to comply with Cygnet standards and food hygiene regulations
• Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures
• Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savings

You are...

• Experienced in catering, preferably within a care setting
• The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards
• Enthusiastic, keen to learn & an active team member
• Polite & professional, with a positive attitude at all times
• An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels
• Diligent & take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness
• Able to work on your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

What next?

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Person Specification

General Requirements

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.