Bank Kitchen Assistant

Cygnet Health Care

The closing date is 22 May 2025

Job summary

We are currently recruiting for Bank Kitchen Assistants with previous experience working in a catering/kitchen/hospitality environment who can cover flexible ad hoc shifts as and when required to cover for annual leave, sickness, training, etc. at Cygnet Hospital Ealing. Our current need is for bank staff to cover morning shifts (07:30am to 15:30pm) across a 7 day rota (Monday Sunday) You will assist the Chef in ensuring that all catering areas are maintained in a hygienic, clean, tidy and safe manner, as per the operational standards, and assist in all relevant aspects of the catering operation as required.

Main duties of the job

Cygnet Hospital Ealing provides a welcoming, non-institutional environment, offering personalised treatment for service users with an eating disorder or personality disorder over two separate wards. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people

About us

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of health and social care services for young people and adults with mental health needs, acquired brain injuries, eating disorders, autism and learning disabilities within the UK.

Date posted

02 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,561.60 to £26,561.60 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

VPB44594B2

Job locations

London

W5 2HT


Job description

Job responsibilities

We are currently recruiting for Bank Kitchen Assistants with previous experience working in a catering/kitchen/hospitality environment who can cover flexible ad hoc shifts as and when required to cover for annual leave, sickness, training, etc. at Cygnet Hospital Ealing.

Our current need is for bank staff to cover morning shifts (07:30am to 15:30pm) across a 7 day rota (Monday - Sunday)

You will assist the Chef in ensuring that all catering areas are maintained in a hygienic, clean, tidy and safe manner, as per the operational standards, and assist in all relevant aspects of the catering operation as required.

Cygnet Hospital Ealing provides a welcoming, non-institutional environment, offering personalised treatment for service users with an eating disorder or personality disorder over two separate wards.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people

In this role youll:

  • Prepare, cook and serve food in a safe manner
  • Promote and ensure the good reputation of the Hospital. To maintain and demonstrate a positive attitude toward clients, their families, staff, visitors and others
  • Wash up after meals as well as being responsible for the overall cleaning of the kitchen and where appropriate the dining area
  • Take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness
  • Ensure statutory Health and Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas

We're looking for people who have:

  • Previous catering experience
  • Knowledge of HACCP and Food Safety Training
  • Experience of working in a care or hospital environment
  • Be a good communicator and able to liaise with people at all levels
  • Have good personal hygiene standards
  • Hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

In return we will offer you:

  • Flexible working
  • Employee Discount Scheme
  • DBS paid
  • Regular coaching and support
  • Subsidised meals

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are currently recruiting for Bank Kitchen Assistants with previous experience working in a catering/kitchen/hospitality environment who can cover flexible ad hoc shifts as and when required to cover for annual leave, sickness, training, etc. at Cygnet Hospital Ealing.

Our current need is for bank staff to cover morning shifts (07:30am to 15:30pm) across a 7 day rota (Monday - Sunday)

You will assist the Chef in ensuring that all catering areas are maintained in a hygienic, clean, tidy and safe manner, as per the operational standards, and assist in all relevant aspects of the catering operation as required.

Cygnet Hospital Ealing provides a welcoming, non-institutional environment, offering personalised treatment for service users with an eating disorder or personality disorder over two separate wards.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people

In this role youll:

  • Prepare, cook and serve food in a safe manner
  • Promote and ensure the good reputation of the Hospital. To maintain and demonstrate a positive attitude toward clients, their families, staff, visitors and others
  • Wash up after meals as well as being responsible for the overall cleaning of the kitchen and where appropriate the dining area
  • Take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness
  • Ensure statutory Health and Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas

We're looking for people who have:

  • Previous catering experience
  • Knowledge of HACCP and Food Safety Training
  • Experience of working in a care or hospital environment
  • Be a good communicator and able to liaise with people at all levels
  • Have good personal hygiene standards
  • Hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

In return we will offer you:

  • Flexible working
  • Employee Discount Scheme
  • DBS paid
  • Regular coaching and support
  • Subsidised meals

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

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

  • Please refer to job description above

Desirable

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

  • Please refer to job description above

Desirable

  • Please refer to job description above

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

London

W5 2HT


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

London

W5 2HT


Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruiter

Leah Waldron

VPB44594B2.1286@vacancyposter.com

01217288111

Date posted

02 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,561.60 to £26,561.60 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

VPB44594B2

Job locations

London

W5 2HT


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