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Outstanding Chef Opportunities in Care – Sheffield
Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. That’s exactly what we achieve at Cygnet, supporting thousands of individuals across 150+ sites across the UK.
We’re looking for an outstanding Chef passionate about food and ready to make a difference—join our team at The Daley Care Centre.
About the Role
You’ll work 40 hours per week at The Daley Care Centre, delivering exceptional care and nutrition to individuals with significant needs.
The Daley Care Centre is a specialist Neurological Complex Care service in Sheffield, supporting people with:
- High nursing needs
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Complex neurological conditions
Our team of registered nurses, support workers, and in-house therapists work collaboratively to provide comprehensive care—with measurable positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and serve nutritional, balanced, and appetising meals for patients, staff, and visitors
- Collaborate with nursing colleagues to meet patients' dietary and nutritional needs
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen, service areas, and dining room
- Supervise kitchen staff when acting as deputy to the Head Chef
- Uphold Cygnet’s hygiene standards and comply with UK food safety regulations
- Safely handle, maintain, and store kitchen equipment in line with procedures
- Adhere to COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations
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Person Specification
| Key Attributes | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Essential Experience | A skilled chef, preferably with care sector experience |
| Certification | Valid basic food hygiene qualification + strong personal hygiene emphasis |
| Behaviour & Attitude | Polite, professional, and consistently supportive to patients & visitors |
| Communication Skills | Exceptional ability to liaise at all levels in a care environment |
| Working Style | Self-starting, teamplayer, and capable of working under supervision |
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Why Join Cygnet?
We provide rewarding campaigns, support, and growth—alongside competitive benefits:
- £13.70 per hour
- Career progression opportunities
- Expert supervision & developmental support
- Employee referral scheme
- Pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discount savings programme
Note: Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all successful applicants.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about healthcare excellence, nutrition, and patient care, we’d love to speak with you.
Apply now to begin your journey at Cygnet!
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