<p> </p> <p>Proud to be not-for-profit, at Sanctuary Care we provide high quality care homes where people are looked after with the utmost dignity and respect. At the very heart of everything we do is our mission to go beyond the standard expectation of providing great care, by doing everything we can to enrich the lives of the residents we are privileged to care for, their loved ones and as importantly, our dedicated and valued staff.</p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><br>Assistant Chef</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Furzehatt Residential and Nursing Home, 59 Furzehatt Road, Plymstock, Plymouth, Devon </strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>£13.96 per hour </strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Full &amp; Part-Time hours available</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>7am - 6pm - no split shifts or late nights</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Experience in cooking &amp; working alone are Essential</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Why work for us?</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Sanctuary Care has over 100 care homes and you can ‘feel’ the difference a team makes the moment you step through one of our doors. The team at Furzehatt is special and we’re looking for special people to join us. Become a part of it and apply for this role.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><em>At the heart of our organisation are our incredible people and we're dedicated to making Sanctuary Care an amazing place to work. That's why we provide a package that includes support for:</em></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Your Mind and Body</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Occupational sick pay after 12 month’s service (for those on contracted hours only and subject to qualifying period)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Confidential 24/7 employee advice service (Includes medical and legal advice)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Wellbeing resources through our employee platforms including Aviva Digicare</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">A greener commute with our Cycle to Work scheme</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Your Financial Wellbeing</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Additional compensation for overtime</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Financial wellbeing support including access to affordable loans via salary finance and free mortgage advice</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Exclusive discounts through our e-hub platform</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Securing your future with our contributory pension plan</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Life assurance</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Parental leave schemes (Adoption, Maternity, Paternity and Shared)</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Your Job</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Complimentary meals during long shifts</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Growth and development with us through comprehensive training and internal career opportunities</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to be part of our inclusive staff networks like the Parent Network and Disability Network</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Loyalty recognition scheme for 12 month’s service onwards</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">CQC Inspection bonus (subject to qualifying criteria)</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Are you our next Assistant Chef? Here’s more about the role:</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">We are looking for an Assistant Chef who will work with the Chef Mana…