Lead Sous Chef – Elevate Community Dining & Care

Jewish Care; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Values-led organisation

Career progression

Purposeful work

Team environment

Job summary

Jewish Care is seeking a Sous Chef to lead in a busy kitchen, ensuring high-quality, culturally appropriate meals. You will support the Head Chef, manage a team, and step in during absences, while upholding hygiene and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

You will influence menu development, engage with residents to tailor dining experiences, and contribute to a values-led organisation with opportunities to grow and progress your career.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up.
• A passion for high-quality food and excellent service.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Good understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Awareness of cultural or dietary requirements (kosher experience is a bonus, not essential).

Responsibilities

• Overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Supporting and developing a motivated kitchen team.
• Ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and service.
• Maintaining food hygiene, health & safety, and compliance standards.
• Managing stock, ordering, and reducing waste.
• Supporting menu development, including cultural and dietary requirements (including kosher standards).
• Engaging with residents to understand preferences and improve the dining experience.
• Supporting hospitality and events across the service.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Food safety

High-volume service

Job description

Jewish Care is seeking a Sous Chef to lead in a busy kitchen, ensuring high-quality, culturally appropriate meals. You will support the Head Chef, manage a team, and step in during absences, while upholding hygiene and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

You will influence menu development, engage with residents to tailor dining experiences, and contribute to a values-led organisation with opportunities to grow and progress your career.