Bank Chef

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Cygnet Hospital Stevenage offers a range of secure and PICU and acute mental health services for men and women in a purpose built therapeutic environment where the focus is on maximising positive outcomes and recovery.

We are recruiting for a Bank Chef who's passionate about food and wants to make a difference. You will work flexible bank shifts on an ad hoc basis to suit your availability and lifestyle. Shift times are usually 7am - 6pm, 7 days a week.

• Prepare, cook and serve meals, hot and cold, as appropriate.
• Maintain the highest level of sanitation in the kitchen.
• Perform duties the duty chef sees necessary.
• Be responsible for washing up after meals and overall cleaning of the kitchen and, where appropriate, the dining area.
• Maintain accurate records of food supplies, freezer temperatures and other requirements.
• Order stocks, check deliveries, and value stocks as required by the Head Chef.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff in the use of all equipment and hygiene procedures.
• Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence.
• Ensure statutory health and safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.

• Skilled chef/cook who can work under pressure.
• Preferably experienced in the care sector.
• Able to plan nourishing and attractive menus within available budgets.
• Holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards.
• Polite and professional, with a positive attitude to internal and external guests at all times.
• Excellent communicator, able to liaise with people at all levels.
• Able to work independently as part of a team and under supervision.
• Qualified in catering to City & Guilds 706: 1 & 2 level or NVQ Level 2/3.

• £13.00 per hour plus holiday allowance (£14.57 per hour).
• Flexible shifts to suit availability and lifestyle.
• Strong career progression opportunities.
• Regular coaching and support.
• Free meals on duty.
• Enhanced DBS check required for successful candidates.

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