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Job summary
We are looking for a confident Weekend Catering Assistant with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 10 hours a week Weekends Only (5 hours on a Saturday and 5 Hours on a Sunday), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Bierley.
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 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.
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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/Catering Assistant who's passionate about food and wants to make a difference.
You'll be working 10 hours covering Weekends Only (5 Hours on a Saturday and 5 Hours on a Sunday) Cygnet Hospital Bierley, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.
Cygnet Hospital Bierley provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for men and women.
The hospital is set across four wards offering single-sex male and female specialist mental health services. All our services are provided under the umbrella of a recovery orientated approach and are reviewed through the CPA framework.
Your Day-to-Day...
Assist the team in the providing balanced, appetising mealsPerform basic food preparation, cooking tasks & other kitchen dutiesWash utensils, dishes & make sure they are stored appropriatelySort, store & distribute ingredients, check deliveries and assist with stock orderingMaintain personal hygiene and ensure the kitchen is clean & hygienicHandle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet proceduresUse chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations.You are...
Passionate about catering, preferably with experience within a care settingEnthusiastic, keen to learn and an active team memberPolite & professional, with a positive attitude at all timesAn excellent communicator who can liaise with people at all levelsAble to work on your own initiative & under supervisionDiligent & take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness.Why Cygnet? Well offer you
£13.15 Per HourStrong career progression opportunitiesExpert supervision & supportEmployee referral schemePension schemeCycle to work scheme & employee discount savingPlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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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
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West Yorkshire
BD4 6AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)