Cook
| Posting date: | 06 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.24 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 March 2026 |
| Location: | Retford, DN22 0BY |
| Company: | Cygnet |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JR1257 |
Summary
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.
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 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 & 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 supervision
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
• Salary: £13.24 per hour
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Employee referral scheme
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving
Please 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.
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