Care Home Sous Chef — Nutritious Meals + Career Growth

Silkwood Rose; Milford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid training

Career progression

Free uniform

DBS fee refunded

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Job summary

Silkwood Rose Care Home is seeking a committed Sous Chef to join the catering team in Milford. Working with the Head Chef, you’ll prepare nutritious meals, uphold high hygiene standards and help create a positive dining experience for residents.

The role supports day-to-day kitchen operations, menu development, and budget-conscious meal preparation while ensuring dietary and cultural needs are met. A full-time, 38-hour week is offered with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cook or Sous Chef in a kitchen.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present nutritious meals to a consistently high standard.
• Support the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Ensure meals meet residents' dietary, nutritional and cultural requirements.
• Assist with menu preparation and meal service, ensuring an excellent dining experience.
• Support stock control, stock rotation and the efficient use of ingredients to minimise waste.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen organisation.
• Ensure all food is prepared in line with food safety legislation and company policies.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report any maintenance issues promptly.
• Work closely with the care team to meet residents' individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Contribute ideas to improve menus, catering services and the overall dining experience.

Skills

Cook

Sous Chef

Teamwork

Food hygiene

Health and Safety

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Silkwood Rose Care Home is seeking a committed Sous Chef to join the catering team in Milford. Working with the Head Chef, you’ll prepare nutritious meals, uphold high hygiene standards and help create a positive dining experience for residents.

The role supports day-to-day kitchen operations, menu development, and budget-conscious meal preparation while ensuring dietary and cultural needs are met. A full-time, 38-hour week is offered with competitive pay.