Sous Chef

Sous Chef Luxury Nursing Home

37440 per annum

Food has the power to brighten someones day bring back cherished memories and improve overall wellbeing. As a Sous Chef within this beautiful nursing home youll play a vital role in creating exceptional dining experiences that residents genuinely look forward to.

Set within a stunning nursing home that combines luxurious accommodation with beautiful surroundings this Good CQC-rated service is committed to delivering the highest standards of care and hospitality.

Were looking for an experienced Sous Chef with a background in a nursing home or similar environment. Youll have a strong understanding of nutrition hydration specialist diets and food safety alongside a passion for delivering high-quality meals that enhance residents quality of life.

What Were Looking For

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef Senior Chef Care Home Chef or similar role
• Experience working within a nursing home care home healthcare setting or comparable environment
• Strong understanding of nutrition and hydration for older adults
• Experience catering for specialist diets allergies and dietary requirements
• Good knowledge of food hygiene temperature control and food safety regulations
• Ability to prepare fresh high-quality meals to a consistently high standard
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively within a busy kitchen environment

Whats On Offer

• Comprehensive induction programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Paid breaks
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Paid DBS check
• Benefits and rewards portal
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Annual leave increasing with service

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen alongside the Head Chef
• Prepare and cook nutritious high-quality meals for residents
• Deliver a premium dining experience that promotes choice dignity and enjoyment
• Cater for a variety of dietary requirements allergies and specialist nutritional needs
• Ensure food is prepared presented and served to the highest standards
• Maintain accurate food safety and temperature records
• Support stock control ordering and waste management
• Ensure compliance with all food hygiene and health & safety regulations
• Contribute to menu development and seasonal dining experiences

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements including an enhanced DBS check satisfactory references and verification of the right to work in the UK.

Reference: WILL242780/DN-MW

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