Weekend Chef: Make a Difference in Care

Cygnet Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Expert supervision

Referral scheme

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount

Job summary

Cygnet Healthcare in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Cook to join Willow House, a specialist residential service. Working 16 hours across Saturdays and Sundays, you will prepare nutritious meals, liaise with nursing staff on dietary needs, and uphold the kitchen's cleanliness and hygiene standards.

You'll supervise kitchen staff when needed and help maintain high care standards in a supportive team. A DBS check is required; the role offers career progression, supervision, and employee

Qualifications

• Skilled chef with experience in care sector.
• Holds a basic food hygiene certificate.
• Polite, professional, with good communication.
• Ability to work on own initiative and in a team.
• Liaise with nursing staff to meet dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve meals for patients, staff and visitors.
• Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet dietary needs.
• Ensure the kitchen and dining areas are clean.
• Supervise kitchen staff when deputising for Head Chef.
• Maintain personal hygiene and comply with food hygiene regulations.
• Handle and store kitchen equipment per procedures and COSHH rules.

Skills

Chef experience

Food hygiene certificate

Communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Job description

Cygnet Healthcare in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Cook to join Willow House, a specialist residential service. Working 16 hours across Saturdays and Sundays, you will prepare nutritious meals, liaise with nursing staff on dietary needs, and uphold the kitchen's cleanliness and hygiene standards.

You'll supervise kitchen staff when needed and help maintain high care standards in a supportive team. A DBS check is required; the role offers career progression, supervision, and employee