Bank Kitchen Assistant/Housekeeper

We are looking for an outstanding Bank Kitchen Assistant / Housekeeper who is passionate about food and wants to make a difference. You'll work flexible bank shifts a week at Cygnet St. Williams creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. Cygnet St. Williams is a 12 bed Neuropsychiatric service offering care and treatment to those affected by acquired brain injuries.

Key Responsibilities

• 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
• 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

What we offer

• £13.00 per hour plus 12.1% holiday allowance
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savings

Required qualifications & experience

• Experience in catering, preferably within a care setting
• 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.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.