Caring Sous Chef – Kitchen Leader in Elder Care

Avery Healthcare Group

Stratford-upon-Avon

On-site

GBP 22,000 - 28,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking a warm Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in a busy care home kitchen. You will lead a small culinary team and prepare nutritionally balanced meals for residents, while contributing to a caring, high-quality service.

You should have a catering qualification, at least 1 year of catering experience, and be adaptable to cover shifts at short notice. The role includes adhering to safety standards and working within budget to deliver meals that

Qualifications

Hold a relevant catering qualification – City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent.
Have a minimum of 1 year of catering experience.
Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality culinary services to residents.
Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

Responsibilities

Preparing modified diets that look appealing and are well-balanced and in accordance with IDDSI guidance.
Supervising and directing the work of culinary staff, as directed by the Head Chef, providing instruction and demonstration to unqualified staff on simple food preparation activities.
Understanding the principles of safe food handling to ensure that all food preparation undertaken in the kitchen meets the highest hygiene standards.
Supporting all culinary team members in fully understanding the Avery Food safety management system.