Senior Sous Chef - Nutritious Care Home Dining Lead

Avery Healthcare Group

East Midlands

On-site

GBP 15,000 - 21,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

DBS check funded

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a warm Sous Chef for Derby Heights Care Home in Littleover, Derby. You will support the Head Chef in leading a culinary team to provide nutritionally balanced, budget-conscious meals that contribute to residents' well-being.

Ideal candidates hold City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ, with at least 1 year catering experience, and demonstrate compassion and flexibility to cover varied responsibilities on short notice.

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

Leading a culinary team under the Head Chef to deliver a nutritionally balanced and high-quality service within budget.
Prepare modified diets that look appealing and are well-balanced per IDDSI guidelines.
Supervise culinary staff and provide instruction to unqualified staff on simple food preparation.
Ensure safe food handling and high hygiene standards in all kitchen activity.
Support the Avery Food Safety Management System and team understanding of procedures.

Skills

Catering experience

Compassion

Adaptable

Education

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

Job description

Ideal candidates hold City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ, with at least 1 year catering experience, and demonstrate compassion and flexibility to cover varied responsibilities on short notice.

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