Sous Chef

Caring Homes; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Job summary

Caring Homes is seeking a Sous Chef for Laverstock Care Centre in Salisbury, offering £15.00 per hour. The role involves assisting the Head Chef in preparing nutritious meals, overseeing kitchen operations, and mentoring staff. Applicants should have Food Safety Level 2, a Catering and Hospitality Qualification, and at least 5 years of experience in a commercial kitchen. This position emphasizes teamwork and communication to ensure resident satisfaction and dietary compliance.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience working in a commercial kitchen.
• Responsible for overseeing kitchen operations and ensuring safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in planning and preparing high-quality meals.
• Create and update menus for residents’ dietary needs.
• Mentor kitchen staff and ensure a collaborative environment.

Skills

Food Safety Level 2

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Catering and Hospitality Qualification Level 2

Allergen and Intolerance Awareness Certificate

Job description

Sous Chef – Laverstock Care Centre, Salisbury - £15.00 per hour

• Assist the Head Chef in planning and preparing high-quality, nutritious meals for our residents.
• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring cleanliness, organisation, and adherence to safety standards when needed.
• Support and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Create and update menus that align with residents’ dietary needs and preferences.
• Collaborating with other departments to coordinate special events and dietary accommodations for residents as needed.
• Coordinating and communicating with the residents and relatives to ensure the satisfaction and needs of everyone is met and exceeded through continual feedback.

• Level 2 or above in Food Safety.
• Level 2 Catering and Hospitality Qualification.
• Allergen and Intolerance Awareness Certificate desired but not essential.
• At least 5 years’ experience working in a commercial kitchen.