Kitchen Assistant (Part Time)

We are looking for a confident Kitchen Assistant (Part Time) with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working part time, 18 hours a week (3 x 6 hour shifts), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Fountains.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. We provide an excellent platform for those who want to make a difference.

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, delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our team of employees empowers 2 864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

Job responsibilities

You'll be working part time, 18 hours per week (3 x 6 hour shifts per week) at Cygnet Fountains, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. Cygnet Fountains is a high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men with severe and enduring mental illness.

• Assist in the preparation of balanced, appetising meals
• Perform cooking tasks and other kitchen duties
• Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas, and dining room
• Wash utensils, dishes and store them appropriately
• Maintain personal hygiene to comply with Cygnet standards and food hygiene regulations
• Handle, maintain and store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures
• Use chemicals in line with COSHH regulations

Why Cygnet?

• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Cycle to work scheme and employee discount savings

You are

• At least 2 years experience in a commercial catering setting, preferably within care.
• The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards.
• Enthusiastic, keen to learn and 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 and takes pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness.
• Able to work on your own initiative, as part of a team and under supervision.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and therefore it will be necessary to submit a disclosure for the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.