Overview
Craft Culinary Delights: Join Our Bighearted Team as a Sous Chef at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes and serve up joyful dining experiences. As part of our growth plan, Hallmark Esher Residences is expanding with a 37-bed Grade II listed home and a new 20-bed property, enhancing our residential, nursing, and dementia care across Surrey. We are dedicated to cherishing every moment and delivering outstanding care across all our homes.
As a family‑run provider, we nurture relationships and place values at the heart of our care. Since 1997, Hallmark has delivered high‑quality care across England and Wales, supported by a dedicated team and innovative facilities.
The Ideal Sous Chef
- Warm and Personable: Genuinely cares for residents’ well‑being and fosters a welcoming dining environment.
- Culinary Qualifications: Holds City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent culinary qualifications.
- Nutrition Enthusiast: Demonstrates a good understanding of nutrition and the use of fresh, seasonal ingredients.
- Engagement: Designs appetising, nutritious menus in consultation with residents.
- Food Safety: Maintains strong knowledge of HACCP standards and hygiene.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Kitchen Leadership: Manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef, fostering a warm and efficient atmosphere.
- Menu Development: Assist in creating innovative and enticing menus that delight residents.
- Creative Culinary Crafting: Use fresh produce to craft high‑quality, wholesome dishes.
- Budget Management: Work within budget constraints while maintaining stock control.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct regular audits to uphold culinary and food safety standards.
Benefits & What You Can Expect
Enjoy a remarkable work‑life balance with no evenings and every other weekend off. We offer competitive pay, ongoing training, and career development opportunities, plus a range of benefits designed to support your physical, mental, and financial well‑being.
Competitive pay (Real Living Wage Employer or above)
Annual salary reviews
Joining bonus available in some homes
Enhanced pay for working bank holidays (in care homes)
Refer a Friend Scheme (earn up to £1000 per successful referral)
Westfield Cash back plan enrolment
Excellent induction and ongoing professional training & career development pathways
Free Nurse PIN subscription renewal & Free RCNi Nurse subscription (if required)
Extra Perks
Free uniform
Free Blue Light Card
Reap the Rewards
Valued as our greatest asset: be part of a values‑driven company
Skyrocket your career with industry‑leading training
Wellness matters: pension, life assurance, and optional healthcare
Exclusive perks: Hallmark Rewards
Balanced work‑life integration
Equal Opportunity & How to Apply
Hallmark Luxury Care Homes is committed to equal opportunity in employment and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
We are happy to consider reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. For requests, contact the recruitment team at 01277 655655 or Recruitment@hallmarkcarehomes.co.uk
Sous Chef in Esher employer: Hallmark Care Homes
Hallmark Care Homes is an exceptional employer located in Cardiff, dedicated to providing a nurturing environment for both residents and staff. With a strong emphasis on professional development, competitive pay, and a supportive work culture, we empower our Nurse Assistants to thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on the lives of those we care for. Join us to be part of a team that values compassion and growth in the healthcare sector.
