Bank Chef

CYGNET; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount

Job summary

CYGNET is seeking a Bank Chef at our Newham House facility. You will prepare, cook and serve nutritious meals for residents, catering to special diets while coordinating with nursing staff to meet dietary needs. Maintain kitchen cleanliness and ensure health & safety standards are followed.

The role requires a food hygiene certificate, DBS clearance, and the ability to work flexibly in a bank roster within a supportive care environment. Training and progression opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Holder of a food hygiene certificate.
• Experience in care sector preferred.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Work under pressure

Menu planning

Communication

Team player

Education

Food hygiene certificate

City & Guilds 706:1/2 or NVQ 2/3

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.Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.Your day-to-day...Prepare, cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising mealsProvide special diets, taking into account individual preferences & needsLiaise 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…£13.50 per/hour plus 12.1% holiday allowanceStrong career progression opportunitiesExpert supervision & supportPension schemeCycle to work scheme & employee discount savingYou are...A skilled Chef/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 supervisionQualified in catering to City & Guilds 706: 1 & 2 level or NVQ Level 2/3Successful 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