Bank Cook

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

Job summary

An established industry player in supported living is seeking a dedicated Bank Chef to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality catering services in a supportive environment, ensuring that individual dietary needs are met. You will manage food budgets, oversee kitchen cleanliness, and develop staff while enjoying a range of benefits. If you have a passion for cooking and a commitment to quality, this position is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and supports your professional growth.

Benefits

Health plans

Discounts

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in catering and cooking for diverse groups.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality catering tailored to individual needs.
• Manage food and labor budgets and oversee food safety.

Skills

Catering experience

Cooking for diverse groups

Budget management

Knowledge of online catering software

Health and safety procedures

Customer interaction

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Catering and Hospitality

Valid Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Bank Chef

Ness Court, Baker Drive, Burwell, Cambridgeshire, CB25 0AB

£12.82 per hour

Hours as and when required

Sanctuary Supported Living is recruiting for a Bank Chef for our Retirement Communities Service at Ness Court, Burwell.

At Sanctuary Supported Living, we deliver personalized housing, care, and support services across England to promote independence.

We are a national, not-for-profit organization that values local impact and puts customers at the center of our work. We aim to support both our customers and staff in achieving their best, offering comprehensive training and benefits.

The role, also known as Demi Chef, Line Chef, Cook, Chef de Partie, or Commis Chef, involves:

1. Providing high-quality, versatile catering tailored to individual needs, including special diets.
2. Managing food and labor budgets through rota planning, purchasing, and controlling food supplies to ensure menu delivery within budget.
3. Receiving, amending orders, managing stock locations, conducting audits, and recording weekly labor and daily cash flows.
4. Overseeing the Food Safety Management System and ensuring team compliance.
5. Scheduling cleaning and maintenance routines to maintain sanitation and safety standards.
6. Performing risk assessments and maintaining high standards of kitchen cleanliness.
7. Supervising and developing staff.

Skills and experience required include:

• Previous catering experience and cooking for diverse groups.
• Level 2 Diploma in Catering and Hospitality.
• Valid Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Knowledge of online catering software.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Experience managing budgets.
• Friendly, approachable manner suitable for customer and team interactions.

We offer various benefits including discounts, health plans, and development opportunities.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Internal applicants should use their internal careers account. We reserve the right to withdraw the ad at any time.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and supporting adjustments during the application process.

Building Equality and Diversity: We promote an inclusive environment and work with the Home Office to prevent illegal working. An enhanced DBS check will be required for successful applicants, paid for by us.