Cook

Cook focuses on provide special diets, taking into account individual preferences & needs.

What the role involves

• Provide special diets, taking into account individual preferences & needs.
• Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients’ nutritional & dietary needs.
• Maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and Food Hygiene Regulations.
• Maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures.

Skills and requirements

• Relevant kitchen, service, hygiene, supervisory, or hospitality experience may be useful.

Candidate fit

• A skilled Cook who can work under pressure.
• Preferably experienced in the care sector.
• Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets.

Additional role context

• Cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising meals.
• Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations.