Compassionate Sous Chef — Care Home Kitchen Lead

Avery Healthcare Group; Bushey; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a dedicated Sous Chef to support the head chef at Elton House Care Home. This role involves leading a culinary team to prepare balanced diets that promote residents' well-being while maintaining the highest hygiene standards. Candidates should hold a relevant catering qualification and have at least 1 year of catering experience. Join our supportive team where respect and compassion are values we live by.

Qualifications

• Catering qualification required.
• Minimum of 1 year of catering experience.
• Compassionate delivery of culinary services.

Responsibilities

• Support head chef in leading a culinary team.
• Prepare balanced diets according to guidance.
• Ensure high hygiene standards in food preparation.
• Support culinary team in food safety management.

Skills

Catering

Food hygiene

Flexibility

Team leadership

Education

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

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a dedicated Sous Chef to support the head chef at Elton House Care Home. This role involves leading a culinary team to prepare balanced diets that promote residents' well-being while maintaining the highest hygiene standards. Candidates should hold a relevant catering qualification and have at least 1 year of catering experience. Join our supportive team where respect and compassion are values we live by.