Care Home Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen & Nutritious Menus

Avery Healthcare Group; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is hiring a Sous Chef for Alice Court Care Home in Eastbourne. The role supports the Head Chef to deliver nutritionally balanced meals for residents within budget, leading a culinary team with warmth and professionalism.

Ideal candidates hold City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ (or equivalent) and have at least 1 year of catering experience. DBS check and UK work eligibility required.

Qualifications

• Hold a catering qualification (City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent).
• Have a minimum of 1 year catering experience.
• Demonstrate compassion and commitment to high-quality culinary services.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in leading a culinary team to deliver a nutritionally balanced, high-quality service within budget.
• Prepare modified diets that are appealing and in line with IDDSI guidance.
• Supervise and direct kitchen staff, providing instruction to unqualified staff on basic prep.
• Ensure high hygiene standards and safe food handling practices.
• Support the team in understanding Avery Food safety management system.

Skills

Catering experience

Adaptability

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group is hiring a Sous Chef for Alice Court Care Home in Eastbourne. The role supports the Head Chef to deliver nutritionally balanced meals for residents within budget, leading a culinary team with warmth and professionalism.

Ideal candidates hold City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ (or equivalent) and have at least 1 year of catering experience. DBS check and UK work eligibility required.