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We are looking for an outstanding Cook who's passionate about food and wants to make a difference.

You'll be working 40 hours per week at Birches, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

Birches is a specialist residential service for people with autism and learning disabilities, who may also present with behaviours that challenge. We provide a safe, comfortable and effective highly specialised environment.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 & professional, 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? We'll 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.

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