Bank Kitchen Assistant/Housekeeper

Jobs4; North East; On-site; GBP 37,250,000 - 45,957,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong career progression

Expert supervision & support

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount savings

Job summary

Cygnet is seeking a Bank Kitchen Assistant / Housekeeper for flexible shifts at Cygnet St William's, a 12 bed Neuropsychiatric service in the UK. The role involves preparing meals, kitchen duties, and maintaining high hygiene standards.

Successful candidates will have catering experience, a food hygiene certificate, and be a proactive team player. DBS check is required. Offers include a pension scheme, discounts, and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experienced in catering, preferably in a care setting.
• Holder of a food hygiene certificate with good personal hygiene.
• Enthusiastic, keen to learn and an active team member.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Rotate stock & put away all deliveries
• 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 COSHH regulations

Skills

Catering experience

Food hygiene certificate

Team player

Excellent communication

Job description

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.

Job Description

We are looking for an outstandingBank Kitchen Assistant / Housekeeperwho’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference.

You’ll be workingflexible bank shifts a week at Cygnet St Williams, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

Cygnet St William’s is a 12 bed Neuropsychiatric service offering care and treatment to those affected by acquired brain injuries. It is a safe and secure place to aid recovery as well as offering those diagnosed with a progressive neurological disease, like Huntington’s Disease, a caring and longer term placement to support and help manage the progression of their symptoms.

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...

• 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
• Rotate stock & put away all deliveries
• 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…£13.00 per/hour plus 12.1% holiday allowance

• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Pension scheme
• 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.

Cygnethas 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?

If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.