Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association Limited
Assistant Chef
Assistant Chef at Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association Limited, based in Ivybridge, Devon, paying £13.96 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £13.96 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Ivybridge, Devon
- Closing date
- Sector
- Chef
19% below the typical rate for chef
Reference dac9a948-4888-4630-8b74-021571b2b269
About the role
Ivybridge, Devon, GB, PL21 0UJ
Assistant Chef
Ivydene Residential and Nursing Home, Staniforth Drive, Ivybridge, Plymouth, Devon
£13.96 per hour
40 hours per week – no late nights, no split shifts
Cook up your career in care with a better work-life balance
We're proudly Investors in People Platinum accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you’ve already found your calling or you’re still discovering it, we’ll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we’ll help you get there.
Your role
- Prepare varied, high-quality menus with the Chef Manager
- Enjoy a better work-life balance – no late nights, no split shifts, and more time for you
- Promote and maintain food hygiene and safety standards
- Carry out risk assessments and keep the kitchen clean and safe
- Engage daily with residents, visitors and colleagues in a friendly way
- Support a positive dining experience for everyone
Your skills
- Experience in a catering environment
- Valid food hygiene certificate
- Friendly and approachable with a passion for good food
- Ability to work well as part of a team
- Commitment to high standards of safety and care
Your rewards
You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 28 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays), occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:
- CQC/CI inspection bonus
- Health and wellbeing support– including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
- Company-paid life insurance
- Parental leave arrangementsandannual leave purchase scheme
- Company-funded trainingand ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
- Flexible working optionsand aninclusive culturewhere everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
- Free mealsdependant on shift duration
- Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements
#EnrichingCare
Ready to start an inspiring career journey with us? Apply today and join us in leading the way in care. Curious about what it’s like to work with us? Discover our values, culture, and real stories from our teams at www.sanctuary-care.co.uk/jobs or follow us on socials.
Before you apply
- Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
- We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.
Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.
Job Segment: Nursing Home, Inspector, Healthcare, Quality
Reference: dac9a948-4888-4630-8b74-021571b2b269 · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 25 Nov 2026 · Listed via Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association Limited
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