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Kitchen Assistant

Middlesbrough, TS8 9DE
£12.00 per/hour
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About the role

Overview

Middlesbrough, TS8 9DE
Part Time
£12.00 per/hour
23 January 2025

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

You’ll be working part time 30 hours a week at Cygnet Newham House, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. 

Cygnet Newham House is our 20-bed neuropsychiatric care and treatment facility providing rehabilitation for women affected by acquired brain injuries (ABI).

The hospital provides a safe and secure place to aid recovery as well as offering those diagnosed with a progressive neurological disease like Huntington’s Disease, a placement to support and help manage the progression of their symptoms.

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 DBS 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.

Benefits & Rewards

NHS Staff Discounts

Cygnet provides its staff with NHS discounts across a range of high street retailers. The discounts can be redeemed by showing your Cygnet ID badge. You can also get further discounts by registering your details with Health Service Discounts and Blue Light Card.

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On-site Benefits

Cygnet provides free meals and free on-site parking for employees at work.

Cycle To Work Scheme

Cygnet will give you exclusive access to a range of benefits with our Cycle To Work scheme.

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Enhanced Maternity

In addition to statutory pay, Cygnet provides enhanced maternity pay.

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Cygnet Newham House

Middlesbrough
North East
TS8 9DE
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Toluwani

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Valued member of the Team, deals with some very challenging and unwell patients and has often been targeted by patients.He is very resilient in these situations and continues to treat the patients with care, respect and dignity. Great role model to colleagues, displays professionalism in all aspects of his role, regardless of the situation he faces

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Michael

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The festive period had many challenges with a change in senior team, emergency admittance and health issues. The experienced team on nights supported the service and residents consistently. Through their resilience and hard work it was a successful festive period for all and this had not gone unnoticed. Thank you Michael.

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Anne

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The festive period had many challenges with a change in senior team, emergency admittance and health issues. The experienced team on nights supported the service and residents consistently. Through their resilience and hard work it was a successful festive period for all and this had not gone unnoticed. Thank you Anne.

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Saiqa

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The festive period had many challenges with a change in senior team, emergency admittance and health issues. The experienced team on nights supported the service and residents consistently. Through their resilience and hard work it was a successful festive period for all and this had not gone unnoticed. Thank you Saiqa.

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Femi

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The festive period had many challenges with a change in senior team, emergency admittance and health issues. As a new team member on nights, Femi supported the service and residents consistently. Through his resilience and hard work it was a successful festive period for all and this had not gone unnoticed. Thank you Femi.

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Frank

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The festive period had many challenges with a change in senior team, emergency admittance and health issues. The experienced team on nights supported the service and residents consistently. Through their resilience and hard work it was a successful festive period for all and this had not gone unnoticed. Thank you Frank.

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Caitlyn

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The festive period had many challenges with a change in senior team, emergency admittance and health issues. The experienced team on nights supported the service and residents consistently. Through their resilience and hard work it was a successful festive period for all and this had not gone unnoticed. Thank you Caitlyn.

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Chenayi

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The festive period had many challenges with a change in senior team, emergency admittance and health issues. The experienced team on nights supported the service and residents consistently. Through their resilience and hard work it was a successful festive period for all and this had not gone unnoticed. Thank you Chenayi.

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Laura

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The fun never stops when Laura is around, she is always busy planning and carrying out meaningful and person centred activities for residents. Laura manages to find something fun to do with every person she supports, residents that are more reluctant to engage in activities are all motivated by Laura, her successes are endless. Thank you Laura.

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Rachel

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Rachel has brilliant communication that has been vital for a resident going through a difficult time. Rachel has attended all meetings to support and share her knowledge with the team and has also spent time writing down a detailed routine, activity planner and contributing to a positive behaviour support plan.
Thank you Rachel.

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