We are looking for an outstanding Catering Manager who’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference.
You’ll be working 38.5 hours a week at Victoria House, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.
Cygnet Victoria House is a 26 bed mental health inpatient service for men. The service, split across two wards, provides a safe and stabilising environment for men who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission.
The ethos of our service is about assessing and treating service users in the least restrictive environment and planning for discharge in a robust and timely fashion. With a focus on stabilisation, we will support service users to manage their mental health, reinforce daily living skills and prepare for independent life back in the community.
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…
To organise and control the efficient and economic production of quality food within the allowed budget, whilst ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained
1. Promote and ensure the good reputation of the Hospital. To maintain and demonstrate a positive attitudes towards clients, their families, staff, visitors and others.
2. Liaise with the Hospital Manager when planning/costing menus in order to provide a balanced nutritious diet, making the best use of fresh foods, as available.
3. Prepare, cook and serve meals, hot and cold, as appropriate. Responsible for maintaining and managing the food budget.
4. Provide special diets where necessary as well as taking into account the preferences of individual Clients.
5. To support the development of the process, practices and delivery of Active Recovery Care and Recovery.
6. Be responsible for the washing up after meals and the overall cleaning of the kitchen and where appropriate the dining area.
7. Maintain an accurate record / list of food supplies, freezer temperatures requirements, etc. where requested / required.
8. Order stocks and check deliveries, as well as check and value stocks as required by the Hospital Manager.
9. Supervise and train Kitchen Staff in the use of all equipment and hygiene procedures.
10. Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence.
11. Ensure statutory Health and Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
12. Report immediately to the Hospital Manager any illness of an infectious nature or accident incurred by a Client, Colleague, self or another.
13. Notify the Hospital Manager as soon as possible of the inability to work, and also on return to work, from all periods of absence. 14. Assist Hospital Manager when interviewing relevant Staff.
15. Maintain complete confidentiality of all matters concerning the Hospital, Clients, Staff and related work.
16. Participate in agreed systems of appraisal and individual performance review with the role of employee or employer.
17. Participate in Staff and Client meetings and attend training sessions as required.
18. Understand and ensure the implementation of the Hospital’s Health and Safety Policy, Emergency and Fire Procedures.
19. Report any faulty appliances, damaged furniture or equipment and any potential hazard to the Hospital Manager.
20. Ensure the security of the Hospital is maintained at all times.
21. Adhere to all Group policies and procedures within the defined timescales, NCSC standards and guidelines, Department of Health guidelines and legislation, including the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice.
22. Undertake other duties, as required, by the Head of Care or the Hospital Manager.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
City & Guilds 706 – 1 & 2 (or equivalent)
Basic Food / Hygiene Certificate
Previous management / supervisory experience
Good communication skills
Team player / Own initiative
Desired:
Intermediate Food / Hygiene Certificate
Experience of working in a care environments
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
- Strong career progression opportunities
- Expert supervision & support
- Pension scheme
- “Cycle to work” scheme & employee discount saving
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.
