Cook

Cygnet Health Care

The closing date is 17 May 2025

Job summary

Cygnet Group are looking for an outstanding Cook whos passionate about food and wants to make a difference to join our team at Cygnet Wast Hills. Youll be working 40 hours a week from (07:00 till 17:00 inc Alternative Weekends) at Cygnet Wast Hills (Kings Norton, Birmingham), creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. Located in Kings Norton, Birmingham, Cygnet Wast Hills provides support for 21 individuals with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs. The team can also support individuals who may be detained under the Mental Health Act, as well as those who have complex behaviours, or who have significant difficulties with social engagement. We accept emergency referrals and the team is experienced in managing them quickly and efficiently to ensure the transition for the individual is as smooth as possible.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

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. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Date posted

17 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,747.20 to £28,683.20 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP2A2282F4

Job locations

Wast Hills Autism Services

Wasthill Lane

Kings Norton

Birmingham

B38 9ET

Job description

Job responsibilities

Cygnet Group are looking for an outstanding Cook whos passionate about food and wants to make a difference to join our team at Cygnet Wast Hills.

Youll be working 40 hours a week from (07:00 till 17:00 inc Alternative Weekends) at Cygnet Wast Hills (Kings Norton, Birmingham), creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

Located in Kings Norton, Birmingham, Cygnet Wast Hills provides support for 21 individuals with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs. The team can also support individuals who may be detained under the Mental Health Act, as well as those who have complex behaviours, or who have significant difficulties with social engagement. We accept emergency referrals and the team is experienced in managing them quickly and efficiently to ensure the transition for the individual is as smooth as possible.

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

£13.34 rising to £13.79 Per Hour
Paid Breaks
Free meal whilst on shift
Strong career progression opportunities
Expert supervision & support
Employee referral scheme
Pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving

Your day-to-day...

Prepare, cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising meals
Provide special diets, taking into account individual preferences & needs
Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients nutritional & dietary needs
Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room
Ensure compliance with health & safety 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

You are...

Experienced Cook used to working in a team environment (Essential)
Previous Healthcare Experience (Desirable)
Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets
Must hold an up-to-date Food & Hygiene Certificate (Essential)
Strong knowledge of COOSH (Essential)
Experienced in dealing with multi-dietary requirements and allergens
Polite & professional (Essential)
Strong Verbal Communication Skills (Essential)
Able to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision

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

This vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Cygnet Group are looking for an outstanding Cook whos passionate about food and wants to make a difference to join our team at Cygnet Wast Hills.

Youll be working 40 hours a week from (07:00 till 17:00 inc Alternative Weekends) at Cygnet Wast Hills (Kings Norton, Birmingham), creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

£13.34 rising to £13.79 Per Hour
Paid Breaks
Free meal whilst on shift
Strong career progression opportunities
Expert supervision & support
Employee referral scheme
Pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving

Your day-to-day...

Prepare, cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising meals
Provide special diets, taking into account individual preferences & needs
Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients nutritional & dietary needs
Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room
Ensure compliance with health & safety 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

You are...

Experienced Cook used to working in a team environment (Essential)
Previous Healthcare Experience (Desirable)
Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets
Must hold an up-to-date Food & Hygiene Certificate (Essential)
Strong knowledge of COOSH (Essential)
Experienced in dealing with multi-dietary requirements and allergens
Polite & professional (Essential)
Strong Verbal Communication Skills (Essential)
Able to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision

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

This vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.

Person Specification

General Requirements

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Desirable

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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

Wast Hills Autism Services

Wasthill Lane

Kings Norton

Birmingham

B38 9ET

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Wast Hills Autism Services

Wasthill Lane

Kings Norton

Birmingham

B38 9ET

Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruiter

James Cooper

VP2A2282F4.1286@vacancyposter.com

01217288111

Date posted

17 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,747.20 to £28,683.20 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP2A2282F4

Job locations

Wast Hills Autism Services

Wasthill Lane

Kings Norton

Birmingham

B38 9ET

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