Kitchen Assistant

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 outstanding Kitchen Assistant who is passionate about food and wants to make a difference.

You'll be working 40 hours a week (10 hour shifts)at Cygnet Elowen Hospital, 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.

With us, you'll 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 al l 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..

Pay rate: £13.15 per hour (increasing to £13.45 per hour after 3 months)

• 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

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

What next?

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General Requirements

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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).

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Derby

DE75 7JH

Employer's website

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