Chef
Sanctuary Group
£12.01 per hour
CB7 4FF
Part time
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About Sanctuary Group
Sanctuary Group is a housing association and care provider.
Job description from Sanctuary Group
Chef
Baird Lodge, Lumley Close, Ely CB7 4FF
£12.01 per hour
15 Hours per week
Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Chef for our Retirement Communities Service at Baird Lodge in 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.
Though we refer to the position as Chef, it is also known as Demi Chef, Line Chef, Cook, Chef de Partie (CDP) and Commis Chef.
The role of Chef will include:
• 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
• 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
Are you ready to be your best?
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)
• 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
Job Reference: 221337
Closing Date: 27 October 2024
We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
Building Equality and Diversity
Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.
An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.
Job insights from Breakroom
Chefs
Chefs prepare and cook food in restaurants, hotels and bars.
What you’ll do as a chef:
- Plan meals
- Prepare and cook food
- Purchase food and look after a budget
- Be responsible for the hygiene and safety of food served
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Physical activities
- Wearing a uniform
- Cleaning
- Anti-social hours
What employees say
Pay
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Only some people are paid a living wage
Do Sanctuary Group pay a living wage?
Some people are not paid a living wage.
How we know this
36% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.00 per hour, and £13.15 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
Good
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Most people are paid market rates
Do Sanctuary Group pay market rates?
Most people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
70% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
Needs improving
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Under 21s get paid less than everyone else
Do Sanctuary Group pay the same regardless of age?
No, people under the age of 21 get paid less than those above 21.
See what Sanctuary Group pays different age groupsHow we know this
The average pay of under 21s is less than those who are over 21.Based on data from 80 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and September 2024.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do workers at Sanctuary Group get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
86% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do Sanctuary Group pay sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
85% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Some people do unpaid extra work
Do workers at Sanctuary Group do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
43% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do people get of their shift pattern at Sanctuary Group?
Only some people get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 24% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 15% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 15% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
- 47% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.
This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.
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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do workers at Sanctuary Group worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
76% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do Sanctuary Group workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
52% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for Sanctuary Group workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
53% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at Sanctuary Group?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
70% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Shifts don’t get changed at short notice
Do Sanctuary Group managers change shifts at short notice?
Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
76% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
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Some people find it hard to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at Sanctuary Group?
Some people find it hard to take sick leave.
How we know this
44% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
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Most students say it’s good
Is a Sanctuary Group job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
91% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should allow you to fit work around important things in your life, like studying.
Life isn’t just about work. Good jobs make space for you to do well in both.
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Only some parents say it’s good
Is working at Sanctuary Group good if you’re a parent or carer?
Only some parents and carer say this is a good place to work.
How we know this
43% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
Whether it’s looking after children or caring for a relative, a good job should support your responsibilities outside of work.
Workplace
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Good
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do people at Sanctuary Group feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
68% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Only some people get proper breaks
Do people at Sanctuary Group get proper breaks?
Some people don’t get proper breaks.
How we know this
67% of people report that they don’t get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed
Is it stressful to work at Sanctuary Group?
Most people feel stressed here.
How we know this
70% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Only some people enjoy their job
Do people at Sanctuary Group enjoy their jobs?
Only some people enjoy their job.
How we know this
35% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2023 and September 2024.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at Sanctuary Group recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
64% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Only some people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at Sanctuary Group?
Some people did’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
35% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
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Only some people get support to progress
Are people given support to progress at Sanctuary Group?
Only some people are given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 53% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do people think Sanctuary Group head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
87% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Only some people feel well informed by head office
Do workers feel well informed about how Sanctuary Group is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
57% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and September 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What Sanctuary Group employees say about their job
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Best thing
The other carers
Worst thing
Not getting enough time for a break
Sanctuary Group Care assistant, August 2024
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Best thing
There isn’t any. There used to be perks, but it’s has all been taken away by new management.
Worst thing
Everything… the company operated this long with very little communication skills with operatives and other departments.
Sanctuary Group Employee, July 2024
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