Sous Chef

Colten Care; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care provider in Dorchester is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their team at Castle View. This role involves preparing a variety of home-cooked meals using locally sourced ingredients and ensuring that meals are nutritionally balanced. You will lead the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef and maintain a safe, hygienic environment. With shifts finishing by 6:30 PM, this position offers an excellent work-life balance along with career development opportunities.

Benefits

Paid breaks

Annual pay review

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role.
• Ability to prepare a variety of meals using local and fresh produce.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of home-cooked meals using local ingredients.
• Ensure meals are nutritionally balanced and satisfy resident feedback.
• Lead the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Maintain a safe and hygienic working environment.

Skills

Experience in meal preparation

Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations

Ability to create nutritionally balanced meals

Strong communication skills

Job description

Sous Chef

From £17.00 up to £18.50 per hour

42 hours per week (includes paid breaks).

• At Colten Care we are proud to offer career development opportunities, and a range of pay enhancements across our roles. Contact us to find out more

We're searching for an experienced, passionate and well-rounded Sous Chef to join our team at Castle View in Dorchester, Dorset.

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare from local fresh produce a variety of home cooked meals including a selection of fresh cakes
• Provide tasty nutritionally balanced meals across the various mealtimes
• Seek feedback from residents
• Take a lead role in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Ensure a safe, hygienic working environment by following Health and Safety and Food Hygiene regulations.

Benefits

• Shifts finish at 6 : 30pm
• Paid breaks (hourly rate)
• Annual pay review

Thats not all! - Our shifts finish at 6 : 30pm so if youre looking for a better work-life balance, wed love to hear from you!

In our well-equipped professional kitchen with modern appliances, youll support the Head Chef, crafting meals that reflect the comforting flavours of home using locally sourced ingredients. Youll engage with residents to create wholesome, balanced me...