Head Chef

We are looking for a confident Head Chef with a passion for delivering outstanding service. You'll be working 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Kenney House.

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.

Job Responsibilities

Join Our New Flagship Female Acute/PICU & Mental Health Rehabilitation Service:

The successful applicant will be working on a full-time basis creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. Cygnet Kenney House is our purpose-built, Flagship Acute/PICU & Mental Health Rehabilitation service located in Oldham, set to open its doors in Early 2025.

Developed in collaboration with the NHS to support women from the North West to be treated closer to home, there will be three wards at Cygnet Kenney House:

• The PICU and Acute environments will offer rapid access to care, supporting women to move quickly and safely through to the most appropriate and least restrictive setting.
• The mental health rehabilitation and recovery ward (level 2) will support individuals moving on from the Acute ward, as well as external referrals from other services such as secure, CAMHS, prison services, and more.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll 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, 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 organization that cares about helping people.

• Liaise with the Hospital Manager when planning/costing menus in order to provide a balanced nutritious diet, making the best use of fresh foods as available.
• Prepare, cook and serve meals, hot and cold, as appropriate. Responsible for maintaining and managing the food budget.
• Provide special diets where necessary, taking into account the preferences of individual clients.
• Supervise and train Kitchen Staff in the use of all equipment and hygiene procedures.
• Maintain an accurate record/list of food supplies, freezer temperatures requirements, etc. where requested/required.
• Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures.
• Be responsible for the washing up after meals and the overall cleaning of the kitchen and, where appropriate, the dining area.

Why Cygnet? We Offer You:

• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Employee referral scheme for certain approved roles
• Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving

You Are...

• A skilled Chef who can work under pressure
• Preferably experienced in the care sector
• Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets
• The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards
• Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external guests at all times
• An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels
• Able to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision

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

Cygnet has 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 & their families.

Person Specification

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.