Sous Chef

Aria Care; Haslemere; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care provider in Haslemere seeks a talented Sous Chef to join their team. The role involves supporting the Head Chef in creating fresh, nutritious meals for residents in a friendly and inclusive environment. The candidate should have a passion for high-quality hospitality and prior experience in a care home setting is preferable. This position offers a competitive salary of £14.50 per hour, with benefits including a Blue Light discount card and recognition programs.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care home setting is desirable.
• Passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals.
• Ability to showcase high-level hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in the preparation of high-quality meals.
• Lead by example in the kitchen and support kitchen staff.
• Create fresh, nutritious meals using the best ingredients available.

Skills

Experience in a care home setting

Passion for creating nutritious meals

High-level hospitality

Job description

This job posting is for the position of Sous Chef at Chestnut View Care Home, a 60-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care home in Haslemere, Surrey. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Head Chef in creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best ingredients available. The role offers a competitive salary, blue light discount card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

Main duties of the job

The Sous Chef will be responsible for assisting the Head Chef in the preparation and cooking of high-quality meals for the residents of Chestnut View Care Home. The role involves working 40 hours per week, typically 4 days per week between 7am and 5:30pm, with alternate weekends required. Previous experience in a care home setting is desirable, and the successful candidate should have a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals and showcasing high-level hospitality. The Sous Chef will be expected to lead by example and support the development of the kitchen team through the care home's Chef Academy.

About us

Chestnut View Care Home is a 60-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care home operated by OLYMPUS OPCO LTD. The home has been rated 9.5 out of 10 on Carehome.co.uk, reflecting the high-quality care and services provided to its residents. OLYMPUS OPCO LTD is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, and they encourage learning from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

• Chestnut View Care Home, Lion Green, Haslemere, Surrey, GU27 1LA
• 60 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
• Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Sous Chef
• Full Time - 40 hours per week - working 4 days per week between 7am - 5.30pm
• Previous experience in a care home desirable
• £14.50 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awardsli>
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

We are looking for a highly skilled Sous chef to create fresh nutritious meals for our residents by way of using the best fresh ingredients available. We are looking for a passionate Chef that will support the Head Chef, lead by example and have the creative flair to showcase high level hospitality. The role consists of straight shifts & no evenings! There will be a fully supported induction showcasing the technical skills required in healthcare and an opportunity to mentor our teams to progress in our own Chef academy.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care home setting is desirable, and the successful candidate should have a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals and showcasing high-level hospitality.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.