Care Kitchen Chef (Fixed-Term) — Nourish & Lead

Cygnet Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount saving

Job summary

Cygnet Group is seeking an outstanding Chef at Hollyhurst in Darlington, County Durham. This full-time role is a fixed-term contract ending May 2027, with weekend working and hours to be discussed at interview.

You will prepare nutritious meals for patients, staff, and visitors and liaise with nursing colleagues to meet dietary needs. You'll supervise kitchen staff as needed, maintain high hygiene standards, and contribute to a supportive MDT environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in caring environments is preferred.
• Holder of a basic food hygiene certificate and good personal hygiene.
• Polite, professional and positive attitude at all times.
• Excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook & serve nutritious, balanced and appetising meals for patients, staff & visitors.
• Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients' dietary needs.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room.
• Supervise kitchen staff when deputising for the Head Chef.
• Maintain personal hygiene to comply with Cygnet standards and food hygiene regulations.
• Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with procedures.
• Use chemicals in line with COSHH regulations.

Skills

Chef experience

Good communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Basic food hygiene certificate

Job description

Cygnet Group is seeking an outstanding Chef at Hollyhurst in Darlington, County Durham. This full-time role is a fixed-term contract ending May 2027, with weekend working and hours to be discussed at interview.

You will prepare nutritious meals for patients, staff, and visitors and liaise with nursing colleagues to meet dietary needs. You'll supervise kitchen staff as needed, maintain high hygiene standards, and contribute to a supportive MDT environment.