Job summary
We are looking for a confident Assistant Chef with a passion for delivering outstanding care.
You'll be working part time, 24 hours a week (3 x 8 hour shifts), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Fountains.
Please note, this is a 6 month fixed term contract.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Details
- Date posted: 22 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £13.45 an hour
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 6 months
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: VP2E9FAE6F
- Job locations: Blackburn, BB2 1TU, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its 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 outstandingAssistant Chefwhos passionate about food and wants to make a difference.
Youll be workingpart time, 24hours a week(3 x 8 hour shifts), at Cygnet Fountains,creating an excellent experience for the people in our care.
Please note, this is a 6 month fixed term contract.
Cygnet Fountains is a high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men who have severe and enduring mental illness and who may have been detained under the Mental Health Act. The individuals we support come to us following multiple placement breakdowns, failed treatment programmes or stepping down from secure settings.
Your Day-to-Day... Assist the team in the providing balanced, appetising meals Perform basic food preparation, cooking tasks & other kitchen duties Wash utensils, dishes & make sure they are stored appropriately Sort, store & distribute ingredients, check deliveries and assist with stock ordering Maintain personal hygiene and ensure the kitchen is clean & hygienic 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... Passionate about catering, preferably with experience within a care setting Enthusiastic, keen to learn and an active team member Polite & professional, with a positive attitude at all times An excellent communicator who can liaise with people at all levels Able to work on your own initiative & under supervision Diligent & take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness.Why Cygnet? Well offer you Salary: £13.45 per hour Strong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Employee referral scheme Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savingPlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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This advert is for Assistant Chef (FTC) with Cygnet Health Care in Darlington, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £13.45 an hour. The contract type is Fixed-Term. The application deadline is 19 Aug 2026.
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