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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 Catering Manager who’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference. You’ll be working 44 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. 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. • NVQ Level 2 in Food Production or equivalent qualification, • At least 5 years' experience within catering management, • Detailed knowledge of food safety and related legislation, • Solid operational management and line management experience, • Experience of menu planning and gaining and acting on customer feedback, • A flexible, organised, proactive and hands‑on approach to tasks, • Solid IT skills (including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software), • To directly manage all personnel assigned to work in the catering department, in accordance with company standards and training policies. This includes permanent, bank and agency members of staff., • To lead on the purchase of materials, consumables, non‑consumables and light equipment within budget and in accordance with the hospital’s purchasing policy and procedures., • To oversee the catering department's premises and equipment in accordance with company health & safety and hygiene policies., • To lead on the induction of new team members and ongoing personal development and training to ensure all team members are trained to the required skill level., • To lead and motivate the team to achieve the highest possible standards when carrying out their duties., • To develop and maintain good working relationships with service users, staff and visitors., • To be on hand to meet and support service users and staff with issues raised, e.g. dietary requirements., • To assist the Assistant General Manager in preparing the annual budget and achieving and maintaining food costs in accordance with the budget., • To produce cost and sales analysis as required by the Assistant General Manager., • To recommend to the Assistant General Manager areas where cost reductions can be achieved, e.g. service improvements and change of suppliers or commodities., • To ensure that accurate daily records are kept regarding the number of patient and staff meals provided each day., • To plan, organise and control the catering operation to ensure food quality, presentation and service are provided to the standards set out by the Assistant General Manager and the Hospital SMT., • To ensure the facility is operated to standards required by the statutory local authorities and company health, safety, fire and hygiene regulations and policies., • To carry out all clerical activities in relation to controls, records and wages and compile and return information to the respective departments on the due day., • To plan and execute specific events as agreed with the Assistant General Manager and Registered Managers for the three hospitals on site., • To maintain Health & Safety and Hygiene standards as required., • To ensure unit hygiene is implemented with due regard to the statutory laws including the Food Safety Act 1990., • To attend meetings and training courses as required, e.g. Daily Service Meetings, People’s Council and Ward Community Meetings and relevant training webinars & courses., • To also ensure that Chefs and other nominated staff members attend meetings to represent the team and gain patient and staff feedback., • To assist the Assistant General Manager with any specific tasks or projects considered necessary to further support the objectives of the department., • To understand and follow the fire drills in the event of a fire or an emergency., • To undergo appropriate training to meet the required standards of the job and any changes in processes or procedures., • To carry out other duties within the scope of your job title as directed by the Assistant General Manager., • To regularly review catering output for staff meals and hospitality to ensure quality and service standards are met., • To pro‑actively seek feedback on catering service delivery from service users, staff and visitors., • £14.44 per/hour starting, • Strong career progression opportunities, • Expert supervision & support, • Pension scheme, • Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving, • A skilled Catering Manager who can work under pressure, • Preferably experienced in the care sector, • Able to plan nourishing & attractive menus within available budgets, • The holder of a food hygiene certificate, with good personal hygiene standards, • Polite & professional, with a positive attitude to internal & external quests at all times, • An excellent communicator able to liaise with people at all levels, • Able to work under your own initiative, as part of a team & under supervision, • Qualified in catering to City & Guilds 706: 1 & 2 level or NVQ Level 2/3 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. If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you. At Cygnet, we’ve been changing people’s lives for more than 30 years – thanks to our wide range of high-quality health services. Our care has our patients and residents at its heart and their wellness as its goal. We’re always set on positive, lasting outcomes. #J-18808-Ljbffr

FRP is a leading national business advisory firm based in the UK. With over 900 team members, including more than 100 partners, we specialise in FRP is a leading national business advisory firm based in the UK. With over 900 team members, including more than 100 partners, we specialise in Corporate Finance, Debt Advisory, Forensic Services, Financial Advisory, Restructuring Advisory and Real Estate Advisory. Operating from 35 offices across the UK, Isle of Man and Cyprus, we are dedicated to helping clients navigate complex and difficult situations to create, preserve, and recover value. Our approach is known for being honest, clear, and considered. We provide strategic solutions that cater to a broad range of businesses, from multinational organisations to small enterprises. Our commitment is to deliver expert advice and support, ensuring our clients can make informed decisions and achieve their goals. FRP Advisory is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager/Director of Restructuring Advisory for our expanding Teesside office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate restructuring advisory services, with extensive experience in a professional services environment. The focus of the role is formal corporate restructuring appointments, contingency planning engagements and options analysis. This role requires a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to managing restructuring assignments and providing exceptional client service. The candidate will need to be a confident report writer and team manager focussed on case progression and maximising the outcome for stakeholders. Restructuring Advisory Services: • Lead and manage restructuring assignments from inception to completion, specifically focussing on CVLs, Administrations, MVLs, Corporate Simplification and CVAs including advisory assignments, • Build and sustain excellent relationships with clients, establishing both a rapport and trust and assume ownership of client relationships, • Be a first point of client contact, • Dealing with formal assignments from pre-appointment advice to delivering the formal restructuring process with the case management team, • Experience of delivering mid-market assignments, with ability to quickly understand complex group structures and situations, prioritising key issues and delivering insightful analysis and recommendations, • Oversee case reviews and report writing for partner review, • Review work of junior team members in conjunction with manager/senior manager review (where relevant) and providing guidance and close supervision in more complex areas or where team is less experienced, • Develop and present strategic recommendations to clients, • Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction, • Take a lead in business development to enhance FRP’s profile in restructuring advisory matters, • Advise clients on restructuring options including corporate simplification, • Develop innovative solutions to complex financial and structural challenges, • Involvement in FRP’s client service program, • Actively cultivate a wide network of professionals and corporates from which to generate leads and client work, • Act as a representative of the firm and department at events, • Track record of work winning preferred but not essential, • Lead and mentor the restructuring advisory team in Teesside, • Collaborate with other FRP pillars and offices to leverage expertise and resources, • Ensure compliance with local and international regulations, • JIEB.CII qualified, • Minimum of 8 years of experience in restructuring advisory, • ACA/ACCA qualified is preferential, but not a requirement, • Strong leadership and team management skills, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, • Strategic thinker with a proactive approach, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • High level of integrity and professionalism, • Ability to build and maintain strong relationships, • Adaptable and resilient in the face of challenges, • Excellent organisational and time management skills, • Aligned to FRP’s values, • Straightforward: We provide clear, no-nonsense advice, • Confident: Our guidance is backed by expertise and evidence, • Pragmatic: We focus on practical solutions and tangible outcomes, • Real: We are professional yet approachable, understanding the challenges our clients face At FRP Advisory Group, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on building and maintaining meaningful, long-term relationships with all our stakeholders - including our employees, clients, and local communities - while also reducing our impact on the natural environment. We are always striving to improve in all areas - whether it’s our people, our clients, our planet or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse culture for our people. We maintain an Equal Opportunities Policy, ensuring that recruitment and employment decisions are based solely on the skills and experience required for our professional services - regardless of ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe every individual should have the opportunity to thrive. We are committed to growing long-term relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success lead to our sustainability and success. We are emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning. #J-18808-Ljbffr