Food has the power to brighten someone's day, bring back cherished memories, and improve overall wellbeing. As a Sous Chef within this beautiful nursing home, you'll 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.
We're looking for an experienced Sous Chef with a background in a nursing home or similar environment. You'll 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 We're 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
What's On Offer
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Enhanced rates for bank holidays
- Benefits and rewards portal
- 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.
