Assistant Chef

Sanctuary is one of the UK’s leading providers of housing, care and community services. With around 13,000 employees, we maintain a culture where diversity is valued and talent is nurtured and rewarded.

 

Assistant Chef

 

Sanctuary House, Worcester

 

£12.01 per hour

 

37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday

 

Temporary position for up to 12 months

 

 

Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a temporary Assistant Chef at Sanctuary House, Worcester.

 

At Sanctuary Supported Living, we specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible.

 

We’re a national organisation, but we’re not-for-profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence.

 

No matter your job – delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams – your work makes a difference every day.

 

And working with us isn’t just another job. It’s rewarding, inspiring, exciting and it provides an opportunity to make a real, positive impact on people’s lives. Plus, we’ll support you in reaching your aspirations and career goals, through comprehensive training and benefits.

 

This position would also suit a Line Cook, Cook, Assistant Cook or Commis Chef.

 

The role of Assistant Chef will include:

• Assisting with the planning and creation of nutritionally balanced meals for our employees
• Promoting and monitoring food hygiene and safety standards
• Carrying out risk assessments and cleaning the kitchen to a high standard
• Assisting with the supervision and development of staff
• Maintain kitchen stock, equipment, and resources within budget
• Follow procedures in relation to cash handling and till operations ensuring compliance with the Group’s policy

 

Skills and experiences:

• Previous experience of working in a catering environment
• A valid food hygiene certificate is essential
• NVQ2 in Hospitality & Catering
• Proven knowledge of health and safety procedures
• Excellent cooking skills with an understanding of produce and ingredients and use of catering machinery
• Good interpersonal and customer care skills
• Some knowledge of dietary requirements and the impact of food types on medication

 

Are you ready to be your best?

Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we’ll reward you:

• At least 25 days paid holiday, (plus public holidays)
• A pension scheme with employer contributions
• A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
• Health and well-being plans
• Life assurance