Bank Cook/Chef

Cygnet; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A rehabilitation service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Bank Cook/Chef to prepare meals and maintain kitchen cleanliness. The role offers flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle and includes preparing nutritious meals and supervising kitchen staff. Ideal candidates will have a food hygiene certificate and experience in the care sector is preferred. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys making a difference in people's lives while working in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Employee Discount Scheme

Free meals on duty

NHS Blue light card discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in the care sector preferred.
• Holder of a food hygiene certificate.
• Good personal hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve meals.
• Maintain sanitation in the kitchen.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Meal planning

Education

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

Tools

Kitchen equipment

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.

Bank Cook/Cook

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 8am – 4pm including weekends – however this may vary depending on the needs of the service.

Salary: £14.03 per hour (inclusive of 12.1% annual leave cover)

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.

You’re 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 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’ll offer you:

• Flexible working
• 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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