Cygnet Health Care

Head Chef

The closing date is 08 January 2026

Job summary

We are looking for an outstanding Head Chef who's passionate about food and wants to make a difference at Cygnet Elowen Hospital. You'll be expected to work 40 hours a week creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

Main duties of the job

Cygnet Elowen Hospital, our new hospital for adults located in Derbyshire, exemplifies our commitment to excellence in health care.This new service offers a safe and secure care pathway tailored for individuals with eating disorders, as well as those with complex personality disorders with disordered eating. With a dedicated team of specialists and a compassionate approach, Cygnet Elowen Hospital is designed to provide specialist support and treatment, fostering a positive recovery pathway in a nurturing environment.

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.

Details

Date posted

15 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.24 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP06021512

Job locations

Derby

DE75 7JB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for an outstandingHead Chefwho's passionate about food and wants to make a difference atCygnet Elowen Hospital.

You'll be expected to work 40 hours a week creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

Cygnet Elowen Hospital, our new hospital for adults located in Derbyshire, exemplifies our commitment to excellence in health care.This new service offers a safe and secure care pathway tailored for individuals with eating disorders, as well as those with complex personality disorders with disordered eating. With a dedicated team of specialists and a compassionate approach, Cygnet Elowen Hospital is designed to provide specialist support and treatment, fostering a positive recovery pathway in a nurturing environment.

Your day-to-day... Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients nutritional & dietary needs Order food supplies, plan & review menus Prepare, cook & serve food of the highest standard Organise work rotas, manage budgets & kitchen staff Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room Maintain personal hygiene to comply with Cygnet standards & food hygiene regulations Ensure record keeping is accurate & complies with regulations & Cygnet procedures Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accorda nce with Cygnet procedures Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations.You are... A skilled chef, preferably with experience within the care sector A strong leader with a track record of managing a team Experienced in stock ordering, budget management & menu planning The holder of an advanced food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external requests at all times An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels Dedicated and driven to deliver the best possible service.Why Cygnet? Well offer you

Salary: £14.24 - per hour Strong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Employee referral scheme Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving.Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for an outstandingHead Chefwho's passionate about food and wants to make a difference atCygnet Elowen Hospital.

You'll be expected to work 40 hours a week creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

Cygnet Elowen Hospital, our new hospital for adults located in Derbyshire, exemplifies our commitment to excellence in health care.This new service offers a safe and secure care pathway tailored for individuals with eating disorders, as well as those with complex personality disorders with disordered eating. With a dedicated team of specialists and a compassionate approach, Cygnet Elowen Hospital is designed to provide specialist support and treatment, fostering a positive recovery pathway in a nurturing environment.

Your day-to-day... Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients nutritional & dietary needs Order food supplies, plan & review menus Prepare, cook & serve food of the highest standard Organise work rotas, manage budgets & kitchen staff Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room Maintain personal hygiene to comply with Cygnet standards & food hygiene regulations Ensure record keeping is accurate & complies with regulations & Cygnet procedures Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accorda nce with Cygnet procedures Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations.You are... A skilled chef, preferably with experience within the care sector A strong leader with a track record of managing a team Experienced in stock ordering, budget management & menu planning The holder of an advanced food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external requests at all times An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels Dedicated and driven to deliver the best possible service.Why Cygnet? Well offer you

Salary: £14.24 - per hour Strong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Employee referral scheme Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving.Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

Person Specification

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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.

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

Derby

DE75 7JB


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Derby

DE75 7JB


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruiter

Leah waldron

VP06021512.1286@vacancyposter.com

01217288111

Details

Date posted

15 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.24 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP06021512

Job locations

Derby

DE75 7JB


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