Head Chef

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 Head Chef who''s passionate about food and wants to make a difference. You''ll be working 40 hours a week at Cygnet Hospital Derby, creating an excellent experience for the people in our care. Working hours are Monday to Friday (shifts) 7am - 3:30pm, 8am - 4:30pm, 9am - 5:30pm and 10am - 6:30pm.Cygnet Hospital Derby provides low secure and mental health rehabilitation care based on the Recovery Model. Our integrated male care pathway includes Litchurch Ward, our low secure ward, and the Wyvern Unit, our mental health rehabilitation service. Alvaston Ward, our specialist female personality disorder service, is one of the leading services of its kind in the East and West Midlands.Your Day-to-Day Liaise with nursing colleagues to meet patients'' nutritional and dietary needsOrder food supplies, plan and review menusPrepare, cook and serve food of the highest standardOrganise work rotas, manage budgets and kitchen staffEnsure the cleanliness of the kitchen, service areas and dining roomMaintain personal hygiene to comply with Cygnet standards and food hygiene regulationsEnsure record keeping is accurate and complies with regulations and Cygnet proceduresHandle, maintain and store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet proceduresUse chemicals in line with Control of ..... full job details .....