Chef

Avon Search; Bromley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £19.53/hour

Permanent contract (40h/wk)

28 days holiday

Complimentary meals on shift

Training and development

Pension and life insurance

Wellbeing programme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Avon Search is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef at a prestigious luxury retirement home in Bromley. You will lead kitchen operations, prepare high-quality meals and ensure resident dietary needs are met.

This permanent, full-time role offers daytime shifts, a competitive hourly rate of £19.53 and a comprehensive benefits package including holiday entitlement and staff meals on shift.

Qualifications

• Experience in 4- or 5-star hotels, fine dining, or luxury care settings.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP and kitchen compliance.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with the daily operation of the kitchen.
• Prepare and present high-quality, nutritious meals to exceptional standards.
• Lead the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Maintain food hygiene, health & safety, and compliance standards.
• Monitor stock levels, ordering, rotation, and minimise waste.
• Support menu delivery, portion control, and kitchen budgets.
• Coach and develop junior kitchen team members.
• Ensure residents’ dietary requirements are met with care.
• Help create a positive dining experience that enhances residents’ wellbeing.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Food safety HACCP

Team leadership

Menu planning

Job description

Chef – Luxury Retirement Home – AV1989

Bromley | £19.53 per hour | 40 hours per week | Permanent

Work-life balance with daytime shifts

Are you a passionate Sous Chef looking to combine your culinary expertise with a role that truly makes a difference?

We’re recruiting on behalf of a prestigious luxury care home seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional dining experiences for residents. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-end hospitality environment where fresh, nutritious food and outstanding service are at the heart of everything.

The Role

As Sous Chef, you’ll play a key role in the day‑to‑day running of the kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene, and service. You’ll also deputise for the Head Chef when required, helping to lead and motivate the kitchen team while maintaining a safe, compliant, and well‑organised operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with the daily operation of the kitchen.
• Prepare and present high‑quality, nutritious meals to exceptional standards.
• Lead the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, health & safety, and compliance standards.
• Monitor stock levels, ordering, rotation, and minimise waste.
• Support menu delivery, portion control, and kitchen budgets.
• Coach and develop junior kitchen team members.
• Ensure residents’ dietary requirements are met with care and attention.
• Help create a positive dining experience that enhances residents’ wellbeing.

About You

You’ll be an experienced Sous Chef with:

• Previous experience in a 4 or 5-star hotel, fine dining restaurant, or luxury care setting.
• A passion for producing high‑quality food using fresh ingredients.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and kitchen compliance.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Experience leading and motivating kitchen teams.
• A positive, professional, and hands‑on approach.

What’s on Offer

• £19.53 per hour
• Permanent, full-time contract (40 hours per week)
• 28 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
• Complimentary meals and refreshments on shift
• Ongoing training and career development
• Company pension and life insurance
• Employee wellbeing programme
• Staff discounts and additional benefits

If you’re looking to join a luxury environment where your culinary skills can have a genuine impact on residents’ quality of life, we’d love to hear from you.