Cygnet Health Care

Catering Assistant

The closing date is 05 March 2026

Job summary

We are looking for an outstanding Catering Assistant whos passionate about food and wants to make a difference. Youll be working 20 hours a week at Ellen Mhor, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

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.

Details

Date posted

03 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,312 to £26,312 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

VP1E253B34

Job locations

Dundee

DD1 2QH


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 outstandingCatering Assistantwhos passionate about food and wants to make a difference.

Youll be working20 hours a week at Ellen Mhor, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

Ellen Mhor is a specialist residential service with nursing, supporting up to 12 adults living with learning disabilities and complex needs, and who may have autism. The team also supports people who have behaviours that may challenge and associated mental or physical health needs. We provide specialist nursing care and support that is tailored to individual needs, promoting independence and community integration.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

With us, youll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.

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

  • Strong career progression opportunities
  • Expert supervision & support
  • Pension scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savings
  • Initial Hourly Rate - £12.65 per/hour which will increase following successful probation and further increase following 18 month service

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 PVG check.

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

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 outstandingCatering Assistantwhos passionate about food and wants to make a difference.

Youll be working20 hours a week at Ellen Mhor, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

Ellen Mhor is a specialist residential service with nursing, supporting up to 12 adults living with learning disabilities and complex needs, and who may have autism. The team also supports people who have behaviours that may challenge and associated mental or physical health needs. We provide specialist nursing care and support that is tailored to individual needs, promoting independence and community integration.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

With us, youll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.

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

  • Strong career progression opportunities
  • Expert supervision & support
  • Pension scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savings
  • Initial Hourly Rate - £12.65 per/hour which will increase following successful probation and further increase following 18 month service

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 PVG check.

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

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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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

Dundee

DD1 2QH


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Dundee

DD1 2QH


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruiter

Inderjit Grewal

VP1E253B34.1286@vacancyposter.com

01217288111

Details

Date posted

03 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,312 to £26,312 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

VP1E253B34

Job locations

Dundee

DD1 2QH


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