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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 outstandingCookwhos passionate about food and wants to make a difference. Youll be working 40 hours per weekat Beeches,creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. Beeches is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities who may also present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration. Your Day-to-Day… Prepare, cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising meals for patients, staff & visitors Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients nutritional & dietary needs Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room Supervise kitchen staff when deputising for the Head Chef 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.You are… A skilled chef, preferably with experience in the care sector The holder of a basic food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards Polite & profe ssional, with a positive attitude to internal & external quests at all times An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels Able to work on your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervisionWhy Cygnet? Well offer you Salary: £13.70 per hour Strong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Employee referral scheme Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savingPlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. What next? If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply