Sous Chef

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury care home in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a Sous Chef to create beautifully presented dishes that enhance residents' wellbeing. In this role, you will design and deliver fine dining menus, ensuring that meals are nutritious and personalized. The ideal candidate has proven experience in a culinary environment, knowledge of dietary needs, and a commitment to high food standards. This position offers 40 hours per week with no evening shifts, making it a fantastic opportunity for work-life balance.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Long service awards

Onsite parking

Access to staff benefits portal

Qualifications

• Proven Sous Chef experience in a nursing home or professional kitchen.
• In-depth knowledge of allergens and special diets.
• Confident in producing high-quality, well-presented dishes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality dishes to a fine dining standard.
• Adapt menus to meet individual dietary needs and nutritional requirements.
• Support daily kitchen operations including ordering and stock management.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Knowledge of allergens

High-quality presentation

Organisational skills

Food Safety Level 2

Job description

Sous Chef – Luxury Nursing Home | £31,200 | 40 Hours per week

As a Sous Chef in this luxury nursing home, you’ll create beautifully presented dishes that make a real difference to residents’ wellbeing.

This role offers the rare combination of creative cooking, meaningful impact, and genuine work–life balance. You’ll help design and deliver fine dining–style menus, support the Head Chef, and ensure every resident receives meals that are nutritious, personalised, and beautifully prepared.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven Sous Chef experience—nursing home or care setting preferred, but strong professional kitchen experience also considered
• In‑depth knowledge of allergens, special diets, and nutrition/hydration
• Confident in producing high‑quality, well‑presented dishes
• Organised, reliable, and calm under pressure
• Food Safety Level 2 (or willingness to obtain)

Perks, Benefits & Reasons to Join

• 40 hours per week with no evening shifts
• Company pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities to support your professional growth
• Long service awards recognising your commitmentOnsite parking for easy, stress‑free travel
• Access to a staff benefits portal for discounts and wellbeing support

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high‑quality dishes to a fine dining standard
• Adapt menus to meet individual dietary needs, allergies, and nutritional requirements
• Support daily kitchen operations including ordering, stock management, and compliance
• Uphold exemplary food hygiene and safety standards
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team during service
• Work closely with care staff to support residents’ nutrition and hydration

Reference: WILL190114/JR

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