Cygnet Health Care

Part Time Chef

The closing date is 01 April 2026

Job summary

We are looking for an outstanding Part Time Chef whos passionate about food and wants to make a difference. Youll be working 12 hours a week (x2 shifts a week across a 7 day rota Monday Sunday) at Cygnet Lodge Kenton, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. Shift times (9am 3pm)

Main duties of the job

Cygnet Lodge Kenton, in North-West London, offers a flexible mental health rehabilitation service for women including High-Support Inpatient Rehabilitation (Level 2) and Community Rehabilitation (Level 1). This dual-level rehabilitation model ensures that women receive the support they need while developing independence at their own pace. Women placed with us often come from multiple placement breakdowns, failed treatment programmes or are stepping down from secure settings.

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

12 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.85 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

VP4AC2C9AE

Job locations

London

HA3 8AE


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 outstandingPart Time Chefwhos passionate about food and wants to make a difference.

Youll be working12hours a week (x2 shifts a week across a 7 day rota Monday - Sunday)at Cygnet Lodge Kenton,creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

  • Shift times - (9am - 3pm)

Cygnet Lodge Kenton, in North-West London, offers a flexible mental health rehabilitation service for women including High-Support Inpatient Rehabilitation (Level 2) and Community Rehabilitation (Level 1). This dual-level rehabilitation model ensures that women receive the support they need while developing independence at their own pace. Women placed with us often come from multiple placement breakdowns, failed treatment programmes or are stepping down from secure settings.

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.

< b>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...

  • A skilled chef, preferably with experience in the care sector

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

  • Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external quests at all times

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

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

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

  • Strong career progression opportunities
  • Expert supervision & support
  • Pension scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving
  • Starting pay rate £13.85 per/hour

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 outstandingPart Time Chefwhos passionate about food and wants to make a difference.

Youll be working12hours a week (x2 shifts a week across a 7 day rota Monday - Sunday)at Cygnet Lodge Kenton,creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

  • Shift times - (9am - 3pm)

Cygnet Lodge Kenton, in North-West London, offers a flexible mental health rehabilitation service for women including High-Support Inpatient Rehabilitation (Level 2) and Community Rehabilitation (Level 1). This dual-level rehabilitation model ensures that women receive the support they need while developing independence at their own pace. Women placed with us often come from multiple placement breakdowns, failed treatment programmes or are stepping down from secure settings.

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.

< b>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...

  • A skilled chef, preferably with experience in the care sector

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

  • Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external quests at all times

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

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

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

  • Strong career progression opportunities
  • Expert supervision & support
  • Pension scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving
  • Starting pay rate £13.85 per/hour

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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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

London

HA3 8AE


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

London

HA3 8AE


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

VP4AC2C9AE.1286@vacancyposter.com

01217288111

Details

Date posted

12 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.85 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

VP4AC2C9AE

Job locations

London

HA3 8AE


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