About this role
Proud to be not-for-profit, Sanctuary Care provides high quality care homes where people are looked after with utmost dignity and respect. At the heart of everything is the mission to enrich lives of residents, loved ones, and dedicated staff. Deliver culinary excellence as Chef Manager at Guys Court Residential Care Home in Fleetwood.
Lead the day-to-day running of the kitchen while preparing and cooking meals that meet individual dietary requirements for older people. Manage stock and waste within budget, and maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and compliance through regular checks and risk assessments. Enjoy 36 hours per week with no late nights or split shifts.
Join an award-winning team, proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and 2025 Care Home Awards for Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group. Sector-leading results show colleagues highly recommend Sanctuary Care. Proudly Investors in People Gold accredited.
Whether you've found your calling or are discovering it, Sanctuary supports you every step from first day to dream role. Not-for-profit status means every penny goes back into people and homes. Thrive, grow, and be recognised for the difference you make.
Requirements
- Experience catering for the dietary needs of older people
- A valid food hygiene certificate
- A friendly, approachable nature and enjoyment of working with people
- Confidence leading and supporting a small team
Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day running of the kitchen, supporting an Assistant Chef and Catering Assistants
- Prepare and cook meals that meet individual dietary requirements for older people
- Manage stock and waste while working within budget
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety and compliance through regular checks and risk assessments
- Recruit, train and support the catering team to help them grow and succeed
Benefits
- 28 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays)
- Occupational sick pay linked to length of service
- Contributory pension
- CQC inspection bonus
- Health and wellbeing support including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments and Employee Assistance Programme
- Company-paid life insurance
- Enhanced parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme
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