Bank Cook/Chef

NHS; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Blackburn is looking for a passionate Bank Cook to prepare and serve meals in a supportive environment. The role offers flexible bank shifts to accommodate your lifestyle while making a positive impact on the lives of individuals in care. The ideal candidate should have food hygiene certification and experience in the sector, with a focus on maintaining high standards in meal preparation and kitchen hygiene.

Benefits

Employee Discount Scheme

Free meals on duty

NHS Blue light card discounts

Qualifications

• Skilled Chef/Cook capable of working under pressure.
• Preferably experienced in the care sector.
• Able to plan nutritious & attractive menus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve meals, maintaining sanitation.
• Order stocks and check deliveries.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain health standards.

Skills

Pressure cooking

Communication skills

Menu planning

Food hygiene certification

Education

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

Job description

We are looking for a confident Bank Cook with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You will be working bank shifts, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Fountains.

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 2 864 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.

Bank Cook/Chef at Cygnet Fountains is a 34-bed high support inpatient rehabilitation service for men.

We are currently recruiting for Bank Cook/Chef who is passionate about food and wants to make a difference.

You will work flexible bank shifts on an ad-hoc basis as and when required to suit your availability and lifestyle. Shift times are usually 8 am–4 pm including weekends however this may vary depending on the needs of the service.

• 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 deems 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 offer you:

• Employee Discount Scheme.
• 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.

What next?

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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.

£14.03 an hour, inclusive of 12.1% per hour.