Assistant Chef - Flexible Hours & Calm Kitchen

Sanctuary; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing

Life insurance

Parental leave

Annual leave

Training

Flexible working

Inclusive culture

Free meals

Retail discounts

Cycle to Work

Salary sacrifice

Job summary

Sanctuary Care is hiring an Assistant Chef at Dalby Court, Middlesbrough. The role offers 38 hours per week at £13.96 per hour, with no late nights or split shifts and a focus on nutritious, restaurant-quality meals in a calm kitchen.

You'll work with the Chef Manager to uphold high food standards, engage with residents, and maintain safety and hygiene in a supportive, values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering environment.
• Valid food hygiene certificate.
• Friendly and approachable with a passion for good food.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Commitment to high standards of safety and care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare varied, high-quality menus with the Chef Manager.
• Enjoy a better work-life balance - no late nights, no split shifts, and more time for you.
• 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 in a friendly way.
• Support a positive dining experience for everyone.

Skills

Catering experience

Food hygiene certificate

Friendly and approachable

Team player

Safety and care standards

Job description

Sanctuary Care is hiring an Assistant Chef at Dalby Court, Middlesbrough. The role offers 38 hours per week at £13.96 per hour, with no late nights or split shifts and a focus on nutritious, restaurant-quality meals in a calm kitchen.

You'll work with the Chef Manager to uphold high food standards, engage with residents, and maintain safety and hygiene in a supportive, values-driven environment.