Bank Chef

Cygnet; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Cycle to work

Employee discounts

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Cygnet Newham House is seeking a Bank Chef to work flexible bank hours at our 20-bed neuropsychiatric care facility. You will prepare nutritious meals, accommodate special diets, and coordinate with nursing staff to meet dietary needs within budget.

The role requires a food hygiene certificate and catering qualifications (City & Guilds 706:1 & 2 or NVQ Level 2/3). DBS checks apply. Join a supportive team focused on care and nourishment.

Qualifications

• Qualified in catering to City & Guilds 706:1 & 2 or NVQ Level 2/3.
• Holder of a food hygiene certificate and strong personal hygiene.
• Experience in a care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising meals.
• Provide special diets, taking into account individual preferences & needs.
• Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients’ nutritional & dietary needs.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and Food Hygiene Regulations.
• Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures.
• Use chemicals in line with COSHH regulations.

Skills

Cooking under pressure

Menu planning

Budget adherence

Care sector experience

Education

City & Guilds 706:1 & 2

NVQ Level 2/3

Food hygiene certificate

Job description

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 Bank Chef who’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference.

You’ll be working flexible bank hours a week at Cygnet Newham House, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

Cygnet Newham House is our 20-bed neuropsychiatric care and treatment facility providing rehabilitation for women affected by acquired brain injuries (ABI).

The hospital is a modern, purpose-built facility, designed specifically to provide a clinically-led evidence-based neuropsychiatric pathway for individuals presenting with behaviours that challenge as a result of their ABI.

Our focus is to create a therapeutic rich environment to engage the women in our care and offer them the opportunity to maximise their independence.

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.

Your day-to-day...

• Prepare, cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising meals
• Provide special diets, taking into account individual preferences & needs
• Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients’ nutritional & dietary needs
• Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room
• Ensure compliance with health & safety 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...£13.50 per/hour plus 12.1% holiday allowance

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

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

Successful 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.