Sous Chef

Hallmark Care Homes; Lightwater; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury care home provider in Lightwater is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join their team, focusing on delivering memorable dining experiences for residents. You will collaborate with the Head Chef to create nutritious and flavourful menus using fresh ingredients. This full-time position offers excellent work-life balance with no evenings and every other weekend off, along with training and wellness benefits.

Benefits

Pension

Life assurance

Healthcare benefits

Rewards and discount scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold relevant culinary qualifications.
• Good understanding of nutrition with seasonal ingredients.
• Ability to engage residents in menu design.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Assist in menu development and creation.
• Ensure adherence to food safety standards.
• Conduct audits on culinary standards.

Skills

Culinary qualifications

Food safety knowledge

Nutrition understanding

Engagement with residents

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ culinary qualifications

Job description

Craft Culinary Delights: Join Our Bighearted Team as a Sous Chef at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes and Serve up Joyful Dining Experiences!

Position: Sous Chef

Location: Lakeview Care Home, Lightwater

Type: Full Time

Salary: £17.63 per hour

At Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, we’re dedicated to cherishing every moment and providing exceptional care that supports residents to live each day to the full. We believe in celebrating the privilege of aging and embracing it with open arms. Since our inception in 1997, we’ve been committed to delivering outstanding care across all our homes in England and Wales.

As a family‑run provider, we understand the importance of nurturing relationships, and that’s why our care revolves around family values. Each of our homes is equipped with innovative facilities and supported by a dedicated care team, ensuring a comfortable stay alongside the highest quality care available.

Are you a culinary artist with a passion for creating memorable dining experiences? At Hallmark Care Homes, we offer more than just a job; we provide an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling work‑life balance. As a Sous Chef, you’ll collaborate with our Head Chef to elevate our culinary offerings to new heights, using only the freshest seasonal ingredients to craft nutritious, flavourful, and well‑balanced menus tailored to the preferences of our residents.

The Ideal Sous Chef:

• Warm and Personable: Genuinely cares for residents’ well‑being and fosters a welcoming dining environment.
• Culinary Qualifications: Holds City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent culinary qualifications.
• Nutrition Enthusiast: Demonstrates a good understanding of nutrition and the art of working with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Engagement: Engages with residents to design appetising and nutritious menus that cater to their preferences.
• Food Safety: Maintains a good understanding of HACCP food safety standards, ensuring the highest levels of hygiene and safety.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Kitchen Leadership: Manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef, fostering a warm and efficient atmosphere.
• Menu Development: Assist in developing innovative and enticing menus that delight our residents.
• Creative Culinary Crafting: Use fresh produce to craft high‑quality, wholesome dishes that exceed expectations.
• Budget Management: Work within budget constraints while maintaining stock control to ensure efficiency.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct regular audits to uphold excellence in culinary standards and food safety.

What's in it for You?

Enjoy a remarkable work‑life balance! With no evenings and every other weekend off, you’ll have the freedom to shine in your culinary artistry and make a genuine impact on our residents’ lives.

Reap the Rewards:

• Valued as our Greatest Asset: Be part of a values‑driven company that puts people first.
• Skyrocket Your Career: Avail yourself of industry‑leading training and development, propelling your career to new heights.
• Wellness Matters: Enjoy excellent benefits, including a pension, life assurance, and optional healthcare.
• Exclusive Perks: Embrace our rewards and discount scheme – Hallmark Rewards.
• Balance is Key: Experience a fulfilling work‑balance, nurturing your well‑being.

Hallmark Luxury Care Homes is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and in the workplace and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional options you’d like to request in making your application, please contact the recruitment team on 01277 314191 or send an email to [e-mail].