Part Time Chef
| Posting date: | 12 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.85 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 10 April 2026 |
| Location: | London, HA3 8AE |
| Company: | Cygnet |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JR1546 |
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 Part Time Chef who’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference.
You’ll be working 12 hours a week (x2 shifts a week across a 7 day rota Monday - Sunday) at Cygnet Lodge Kenton, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.
Shift times - (9am - 3pm)
Cygnet Lodge Kenton, in North-West London, offers a flexible mental health rehabilitation service for women including High-Support Inpatient Rehabilitation (Level 2) and Community Rehabilitation (Level 1). This dual-level rehabilitation model ensures that women receive the support they need while developing independence at their own pace. Women placed with us often come from multiple placement breakdowns, failed treatment programmes or are stepping down from secure settings.
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…
Prepare, cook & serve nutritional, balanced and appetising meals
Provide special diets, taking into account individual preferences & needs
Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients’ nutritional & dietary needs
Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas & dining room
Ensure compliance with health & safety 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…
- Strong career progression opportunities
- Expert supervision & support
- Pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving
- Starting pay rate £13.85 per/hour
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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