Cook

Sanctuary Group; Ely; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive living organization in Ely is seeking a Cook to deliver high-quality catering services, manage budgets, and maintain food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 Diploma in Catering and Hospitality and previous experience in a catering environment. This role offers at least 25 days paid holiday, a pension scheme, and various employee benefits including flexible working opportunities.

Benefits

At least 25 days paid holiday

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Health and well-being plans

Flexible working opportunities

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a catering environment is essential.
• Experience as a Cook/Chef within a care environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety management systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality catering service catering to individual needs.
• Manage food and labor budget through careful planning.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Assist with training and supervising staff.

Skills

Catering experience

Cooking for diverse groups

Health and safety procedures

Budget management

Customer interaction

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Catering and Hospitality

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Tools

Online catering software

Job description

Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Cook at Retirement Community Service, Baird Lodge, Ely.

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.

Role of Cook/Chef

The position of Cook is referred to internally at Sanctuary, as Chef.

• Delivering a high-quality versatile catering service that caters for our customers individual needs, including special diets
• Managing the food and labour budget, through careful rota planning, purchasing and control of food supplies, to ensure that menus can be delivered, and the kitchen works within the relevant budgetary levels for the Taste restaurants
• Receiving and amending of orders, food stock locations and audits, input of weekly labour entries and daily cash records within the specified time requirements
• Managing the Food Safety Management System and having responsibility for the team understanding and implementing it
• Scheduling cleaning and maintenance routines for all food services areas and kitchen equipment, to maintain high sanitation/safety standards
• Carrying out risk assessments and cleaning the kitchen to a high standard
• Assisting with the supervision and development of staff

Skills and Experiences

• Previous experience of working in a catering environment is essential along with experience of cooking for various groups of people. Such as experience as a Cook/Chef within a care environment, or experience as Chef De Partie or Sous Chef.
• Level 2 Diploma in Catering and Hospitality is essential
• A valid Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Knowledge of online catering software packages
• Proven knowledge of health and safety procedures
• Some experience of setting and managing budgets
• Friendly and approachable attitude with the ability to interact with our customers, visitors, and colleagues

Benefits

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, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service (plus public holidays) pro rata
• A pension scheme with employer contributions
• A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
• Health and well-being plans
• Life assurance
• Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working
• Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme
• A wide range of learning and development opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy.