Part Time Cook
Baird Lodge, Lumley Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4FF
£13.35 per hour
20 hours per week - including every other weekend
Serving more than meals with a better work-life balance
We’re proud to be recognised as the 2025 Housing with Care Employer of the Year – and we’re excited to welcome a new Part Time Cook to our vibrant Retirement Community at Baird Lodge, Lumley Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4FF.
You’ll be part of a compassionate, community-focused team supporting our retirement community residents, that puts people first – every single day. #BeYourBest is more than a hashtag – 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.
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.
Your role
1. Deliver a high-quality catering service that meets individual needs, including special diets
2. Enjoy a better work-life balance with no late nights or split shifts, giving you more time for yourself
3. Manage food and labour budgets through effective planning and purchasing
4. Oversee stock control, audits, and accurate record-keeping
5. Ensure food safety standards are understood and followed by the team
6. Maintain high hygiene and safety standards through scheduled cleaning and maintenance
(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)
Your skills
7. Experience working in a catering environment and cooking for diverse groups
8. Level 2 Diploma in Catering and Hospitality
9. Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
10. Knowledge of health and safety procedures and budget management
11. Friendly and approachable, with great customer interaction skills
Your rewards
You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 33 days’ annual leave pro rata (rising to 38, including bank holidays), occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension scheme, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:
12. 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
13. Company-paid life insurance
14. Parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme
15. Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities
16. Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
17. Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements
Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information.
Job Reference: 227922
Ready to #BeYourBest? Apply today and start an inspiring career with Sanctuary Supported Living. Curious about what it’s like to work with us? Discover our values, culture, and real stories from our teams at or follow us on socials.
Before you apply
18. We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK.
19. All roles require safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed; for more information, please get in touch.
20. Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
21. We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.
Inclusion is one of our core values. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status.