Cygnet Health Care

Kitchen Assistant

The closing date is 18 January 2026

Job summary

We are looking for a full time Kitchen Assistant to assist in the efficient and economic production of quality food whilst ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness are maintained.

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.

Details

Date posted

19 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,832 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VPACC79CBA

Job locations

Lincolnshire

LN5 0SL


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.

Broughton Houseis a 29 bed specialist residential service for adults with severe learning disabilities, autism and behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.

We are looking for a full timeKitchen Assistant to assist in the efficient and economic production of quality food whilst ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness are maintained.

Youll be working40 hours a week(4x10hr shifts) on a rota basis including weekends and must be a car driver or have your own transport due to the remote location of the home.

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

Your day-to-day

  • Assist in the preparation of balanced, appetising meals

  • Perform cooking tasks & other kitchen duties

  • Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room

  • Wash utensils, dishes & make sure they are stored appropriately

  • Rotate stock & put away all deliveries

  • Maintain personal hygiene to comply with Cygnet 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

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

  • £12.90 per hour (£26,832 per annum)

  • Strong career progression opportunities

  • Expert supervision & support

  • Pension scheme

  • Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savings

You are

  • Experienced in catering, preferably within a care setting

  • The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards

  • Enthusiastic, keen to learn & an active team member

  • Polite & professional, with a positive attitude at all times

  • An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels

  • Diligent & take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness

  • Able to work on your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision

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.

Broughton Houseis a 29 bed specialist residential service for adults with severe learning disabilities, autism and behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.

We are looking for a full timeKitchen Assistant to assist in the efficient and economic production of quality food whilst ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness are maintained.

Youll be working40 hours a week(4x10hr shifts) on a rota basis including weekends and must be a car driver or have your own transport due to the remote location of the home.

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

Your day-to-day

  • Assist in the preparation of balanced, appetising meals

  • Perform cooking tasks & other kitchen duties

  • Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room

  • Wash utensils, dishes & make sure they are stored appropriately

  • Rotate stock & put away all deliveries

  • Maintain personal hygiene to comply with Cygnet 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

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

  • £12.90 per hour (£26,832 per annum)

  • Strong career progression opportunities

  • Expert supervision & support

  • Pension scheme

  • Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savings

You are

  • Experienced in catering, preferably within a care setting

  • The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards

  • Enthusiastic, keen to learn & an active team member

  • Polite & professional, with a positive attitude at all times

  • An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels

  • Diligent & take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness

  • Able to work on your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision

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

General Requirements

Essential

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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.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Lincolnshire

LN5 0SL


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Lincolnshire

LN5 0SL


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

VPACC79CBA.1286@vacancyposter.com

01217288111

Details

Date posted

19 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,832 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VPACC79CBA

Job locations

Lincolnshire

LN5 0SL


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