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🛎️ Hospitality & Catering · Sanctuary Group NEW

Chef (Ely, Cambridgeshire, GB, CB7 4FF)

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<p style="text-align:left"> </p> <p style="text-align:left">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. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.</p><p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <div id="tor__flistingLayout_readOnlyDiv"> <div id="tor__flistingLayout_content"> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><strong>Chef</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><strong>Baird Lodge, Lumley Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 4FF</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><strong>£13.35 per hour</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><strong>15 hours per week – Every other weekend</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><strong>Wk1: one shift in the week then Sat and Sun. WK 2: Three shifts during the week</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><strong>Serving more than meals with a better work-life balance</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">We’re excited to welcome a Chef to support the preparation of nutritious, restaurant-quality meals at our Baird Lodge, Lumley Close, Ely Retirement Community in Cambridgeshire CB7 4FF, without the long hours or split shifts often found in hospitality. Working alongside the Chef Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering high standards of food, presentation, and dining experience within a calm, well-structured kitchen environment.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">You’ll be part of a compassionate, community-focused team supporting our retirement community residents, that puts people first – every single day. <strong>#BeYourBest is more than a hashtag</strong> – it’s our commitment to helping our people grow, thrive, and feel valued. We’ll support you with the tools, training, and encouragement to reach your full potential, while celebrating your individuality and the difference you make every day.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">As a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest in our people and our services, celebrating individuality and helping you thrive both personally and professionally. We’re committed to your progression, so we offer fully funded hospitality qualifications.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><strong>Your role</strong></span></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;text-align:justify" type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Deliver a high-quality catering service that meets individual needs, including special diets</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Enjoy a better work-life balance with no late nights or split shifts, giving you more time for yourself</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Manage food and labour budgets through effective planning and purchasing</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Oversee stock control, audits, and accurate record-keeping</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Ensure food safety standards are understood and followed by the team</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Maintain high hygiene and safety standards through scheduled cleaning and maintenance</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><em>(This position is referred to as Chef but may also be known as Demi Chef, Line Chef, Cook, Chef de Partie (CDP), or Commis Chef)</em></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><strong>Your skills</strong></span></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;text-align:justify" type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Experience working in a catering environment and cooking for diverse groups</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Level 2 Diploma in Catering and Hospitality</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Basic Food Hygiene Certificate</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Knowledge of health and safety procedures and budget management</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Friendly and approac…

What this role involves

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  • Research new ingredients and suppliers
  • Prepare and cook dishes and desserts
  • Control stock and inspect deliveries
Typical pay (UK)
£22,000 starting · £40,000 experienced
Typical hours
40 to 45 a week
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Career background: National Careers Service · Open Government Licence v3.0

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