Cygnet Health Care

Kitchen Assistant

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Job summary

We are currently recruiting for a full time Kitchen Assistant to assist in the efficient preparation, service and distribution of meals to patients, staff and visitors based at the Hospital under the supervision of the Head Chef and ensuring that all catering areas are maintained in a hygienic, clean and safe manner.

Main duties of the job

Prepare simple meals i.e. vegetables and salad items for service under the direction of the Chef. Wash dishes by hand or place them in the dishwasher. Wash pots, pans, and trays. Store clean items neatly and safely to minimise breakages. Sweep and mop kitchen floors, keeping them free from grease or spillage at all times. Wash work tables, walls and kitchen equipment and appliances in accordance with cleaning schedules. Sign off cleaning schedule on completion of tasks. Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas. Operate all kitchen equipment within competence safely and in accordance with instructions.

About us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£10.90 an hour Plus £1000 Welcome Bonus

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VPA35915C4

Job locations

Sevenoaks

TN15 0JR


Job description

Job responsibilities

Cygnet Hospital Godden Green is a private mental health hospital providing specialist Acute and PICU services for women.

We are currently recruiting for a full time Kitchen Assistant to assist in the efficient preparation, service and distribution of meals to patients, staff and visitors based at the Hospital under the supervision of the Head Chef andensuring that all catering areas are maintained in a hygienic, clean and safe manner.

You will work 37.5 hrs per week, 5 days a week and must be flexible to work across a 7 day rota including weekends and Bank Holidays. Shift times are 7am - 3pm and 10am - 6pm.

We are currently offering a £1,000 welcome bonus for this role and also operate a free shuttlebus service to pick up/drop off staff from the local train station for those using public transport if required.

In this role youll:

  • Prepare simple meals i.e. vegetables and salad items for service under the direction of the Chef.
  • Wash dishes by hand or place them in the dishwasher. Wash pots, pans, and trays. Store clean items neatly and safely to minimise breakages.
  • Sweep and mop kitchen floors, keeping them free from grease or spillage at all times.
  • Wash work tables, walls and kitchen equipment and appliances in accordance with cleaning schedules. Sign off cleaning schedule on completion of tasks.
  • Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
  • Operate all kitchen equipment within competence safely and in accordance with instructions.
  • Segregate and remove rubbish and place it in designated containers.
  • Put supplies away in the correct place and lock storerooms and cupboards. Leave kitchen tidy, clean and secure.
  • Comply with company policy in terms of Food Safety and Health and Safety, completing and storing all records as outlined in the food policy HACCP.
  • Be aware of, implement and maintain company procedures and processes as appropriate.
  • Perform such other duties as may be reasonably required.

We're looking for people who have:

  • Previous catering experience
  • Food and Hygiene qualification desirable though training will be given
  • Practical ability of preparing simple meals.
  • Must be fluent in the English Language both written and verbal
  • Excellent customer services skills
  • Be a good communicator and able to liaise with people at all levels.
  • Knowledge of maintaining a clean, tidy, safe and hygienic environment.
  • Ability to work well within a team

In return well offer you:

  • £1,000 welcome bonus
  • Paid Holiday including 2 extra days annual leave for your birthday and anniversary date
  • Free Shuttlebus service from Sevenoaks train station for those commuting using public
  • Free Private Health Care
  • Free meals on duty
  • Employee Discount Scheme
  • A package of support for staff health and wellbeing
  • Opportunity to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
  • Company pension scheme
  • Company paid Life Assurance scheme
  • Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you are interested, please forward your CV to abdulhafiz@cygnethealth.co.uk or apply below

Job description

Job responsibilities

Cygnet Hospital Godden Green is a private mental health hospital providing specialist Acute and PICU services for women.

We are currently recruiting for a full time Kitchen Assistant to assist in the efficient preparation, service and distribution of meals to patients, staff and visitors based at the Hospital under the supervision of the Head Chef andensuring that all catering areas are maintained in a hygienic, clean and safe manner.

You will work 37.5 hrs per week, 5 days a week and must be flexible to work across a 7 day rota including weekends and Bank Holidays. Shift times are 7am - 3pm and 10am - 6pm.

We are currently offering a £1,000 welcome bonus for this role and also operate a free shuttlebus service to pick up/drop off staff from the local train station for those using public transport if required.

In this role youll:

  • Prepare simple meals i.e. vegetables and salad items for service under the direction of the Chef.
  • Wash dishes by hand or place them in the dishwasher. Wash pots, pans, and trays. Store clean items neatly and safely to minimise breakages.
  • Sweep and mop kitchen floors, keeping them free from grease or spillage at all times.
  • Wash work tables, walls and kitchen equipment and appliances in accordance with cleaning schedules. Sign off cleaning schedule on completion of tasks.
  • Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
  • Operate all kitchen equipment within competence safely and in accordance with instructions.
  • Segregate and remove rubbish and place it in designated containers.
  • Put supplies away in the correct place and lock storerooms and cupboards. Leave kitchen tidy, clean and secure.
  • Comply with company policy in terms of Food Safety and Health and Safety, completing and storing all records as outlined in the food policy HACCP.
  • Be aware of, implement and maintain company procedures and processes as appropriate.
  • Perform such other duties as may be reasonably required.

We're looking for people who have:

  • Previous catering experience
  • Food and Hygiene qualification desirable though training will be given
  • Practical ability of preparing simple meals.
  • Must be fluent in the English Language both written and verbal
  • Excellent customer services skills
  • Be a good communicator and able to liaise with people at all levels.
  • Knowledge of maintaining a clean, tidy, safe and hygienic environment.
  • Ability to work well within a team

In return well offer you:

  • £1,000 welcome bonus
  • Paid Holiday including 2 extra days annual leave for your birthday and anniversary date
  • Free Shuttlebus service from Sevenoaks train station for those commuting using public
  • Free Private Health Care
  • Free meals on duty
  • Employee Discount Scheme
  • A package of support for staff health and wellbeing
  • Opportunity to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
  • Company pension scheme
  • Company paid Life Assurance scheme
  • Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you are interested, please forward your CV to abdulhafiz@cygnethealth.co.uk or apply below

Person Specification

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Sevenoaks

TN15 0JR


Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Sevenoaks

TN15 0JR


Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruiter

Abdul Hafiz

VPA35915C4.1286@vacancyposter.com

01217288111

Details

Date posted

20 October 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£10.90 an hour Plus £1000 Welcome Bonus

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VPA35915C4

Job locations

Sevenoaks

TN15 0JR


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