Bank Assistant Chef

Sanctuary Group; Easington Colliery; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A residential care provider is looking for an Assistant Chef for Birchwood Court Residential Care Home in Easington Colliery. The role involves preparing varied quality menus, promoting food hygiene standards, and interacting with residents and colleagues. Candidates should possess catering experience and a valid food hygiene certificate. Benefits include occupational sick pay, financial support, and a contributory pension plan. This position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

Confidential 24/7 employee advice service

Cycle to Work scheme

Life assurance

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience working within a catering environment.
• Valid food hygiene certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality menus for residents.
• Monitor food hygiene and safety standards.
• Interact daily with residents and colleagues.

Skills

Catering experience

Food hygiene certification

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Assistant Chef – Birchwood Court Residential Care Home

Job Overview

We are looking for an Assistant Chef who will work with the Chef Manager to prepare a varied set of quality menus for our residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a varied set of quality menus for residents
• Promote and monitor food hygiene and safety standards, carry out risk assessments, and clean the kitchen to a high standard
• Interact daily with residents, visitors and colleagues; friendly, approachable and passionate

Qualifications

• Experience working within a catering environment
• Valid food hygiene certificate required

Employment Details

• £13.49 per hour
• Hours as and when needed

Why Work for Us?

Working as an Assistant Chef for Sanctuary Care means enjoying predictable hours and a calmer, more supportive work environment, reducing stress compared to the fast pace of restaurants or pubs. You'll also have the opportunity to develop specialised culinary skills while making a direct, meaningful impact on residents' well-being.

Benefits

Your Mind and Body

• Occupational sick pay after 12 month's service (for those on contracted hours only and subject to qualifying period)
• Confidential 24/7 employee advice service (includes medical and legal advice)
• Wellbeing resources through our employee platforms including Aviva Digicare
• A greener commute with our Cycle to Work scheme

Your Financial Wellbeing

• Additional compensation for overtime
• Financial wellbeing support including access to affordable loans via salary finance and free mortgage advice
• Exclusive discounts through our e-hub platform
• Securing your future with our contributory pension plan
• Life assurance
• Parental leave schemes (Adoption, Maternity, Paternity and Shared)

Your Job

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Complimentary meals during long shifts
• Growth and development with us through comprehensive training and internal career opportunities
• Ability to be part of our inclusive staff networks like the Parent Network and Disability Network
• Loyalty recognition scheme for 12 month's service onwards
• CQC Inspection bonus (subject to qualifying criteria)

Location: Birchwood Court Residential Care Home, Seaside Lane, Easington Colliery, Peterlee, County Durham SR8 3XZ