Kitchen Assistant

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

You'll be working 26 hours a week at Trinity House, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.

Located in the heart of a residential community in Lockerbie, Trinity House is a specialist residential service with nursing, supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. The team also support individuals who have behaviours that may challenge and associated mental or physical health needs.

The team at Trinity House are focused on ensuring that residents are part of their local community and can access education, employment and other opportunities to meet their needs. Individuals are supported at local paid and voluntary work placements, as well as at living and vocational skills courses at the local college.

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 organisation that cares about helping people.

Your day-to-day...

Assist in the preparation of balanced, appetising meals

Perform cooking tasks & other kitchen duties

Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room

Wash utensils, dishes & make sure they are stored appropriately

Rotate stock & put away all deliveries

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

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...

Strong career progression opportunities

Expert supervision & support

Employee referral scheme

Pension scheme

"Cycle to work" scheme & employee discount savings

You are...

Experienced in catering, preferably within a care setting

The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards

Enthusiastic, keen to learn & an active team member

Polite & professional, with a positive attitude at all times

An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels

Diligent & take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness

Able to work on your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced PVG 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.