Assistant Chef — Balanced Hours, Training & Perks

Sanctuary Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave pro rata

Occupational sick pay

Contributory pension

Health and wellbeing support

Life insurance

Career development

Flexible working options

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Sanctuary Care is seeking an Assistant Chef at Dalby Court, Middlesbrough, to prepare nutritious, restaurant-quality meals under the Chef Manager. Enjoy a balanced schedule with no late shifts while maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety.

You will work closely with residents and colleagues to ensure a positive dining experience, contributing to a calm, well-structured kitchen environment and supporting the team’s goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering environment.
• Valid food hygiene certificate.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Friendly and approachable with a passion for good food.

Responsibilities

• Prepare varied, high-quality menus with the Chef Manager.
• Balance better work-life with no late nights or split shifts.
• Promote and maintain food hygiene and safety standards.
• Carry out risk assessments and keep the kitchen clean and safe.
• Engage daily with residents, visitors and colleagues.
• Support a positive dining experience for everyone.
• Experience in a catering environment.

Skills

Catering experience

Food hygiene certificate

Team player

Customer service

Job description

Sanctuary Care is seeking an Assistant Chef at Dalby Court, Middlesbrough, to prepare nutritious, restaurant-quality meals under the Chef Manager. Enjoy a balanced schedule with no late shifts while maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety.

You will work closely with residents and colleagues to ensure a positive dining experience, contributing to a calm, well-structured kitchen environment and supporting the team’s goals.