Kitchen Assistant (FTC)

Cygnet Health Care; Colchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in Colchester is seeking a passionate Kitchen Assistant to prepare meals and maintain high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen. The successful candidate should have catering experience, a food hygiene certificate, and a positive attitude. Strong career progression opportunities and a supportive work culture are included in this 12-month maternity cover contract.

Benefits

Strong career progression opportunities

Employee referral scheme

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount savings

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of balanced, appetising meals.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room.
• Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures.

Skills

Catering experience

Food hygiene knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to cleanliness

Education

Food hygiene certificate

Job description

We are looking for an outstanding Kitchen Assistant who's passionate about food and wants to make a difference.

You'll be working 40 hours a week at Cygnet Hospital Colchester, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

This is a 12 month maternity cover contract

Cygnet Hospital Colchester is a 59 bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs.

The aim of our services is assessment, stabilisation, treatment and engagement, with a view to supporting service users in the least restrictive environment appropriate to their needs. Our services are recovery-focused, with the aim of preparing individuals for a move to rehabilitation or step-down services, and ultimately, back into the community wherever possible.

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...

• 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

• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Employee referral scheme
• 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.

Cygnet has 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.