Sous Chef

NHS; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A nursing home in Sevenoaks is looking for a Sous Chef to prepare nutritious meals for residents. The role includes assisting the Head Chef, training the catering team, and showcasing culinary creativity. Excellent culinary and leadership skills are required. This full-time position offers a competitive pay of £14.65 per hour with flexible working hours.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Wagstream

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Sous Chef with a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals.
• Excellent culinary skills and strong leadership abilities.
• Commitment to providing high-quality care for residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in the preparation and serving of high-quality meals.
• Support the training and development of the catering team.
• Showcase culinary skills and creativity within the healthcare setting.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership abilities

Nutrition knowledge

Job description

Overview

Job summary: The job posting is for a Sous Chef position at Kippingtons Nursing Home, a 55-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care facility in Sevenoaks, Kent. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents, working alongside the Head Chef. The role offers competitive pay, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in the preparation and serving of high-quality, nutritious meals for residents.
• Support the training and development of the catering team and lead by example.
• Showcase culinary skills and creativity within the healthcare setting.

About the Home

• Kippingtons Nursing Home, Grange Road, Oak Lane, Sevenoaks, TN13 2PG
• 55 Bed Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the Role

• Sous Chef
• 40 Hours Per Week, Working alternate weekends and no evenings
• £14.65 per hour

What We Offer

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Wagstream
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more

Requirements / Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have significant experience as a Sous Chef with a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals.
• Excellent culinary skills and strong leadership abilities.
• Commitment to providing high-quality care for residents.

Details

• Employer: Aria Care / Aria Healthcare
• Location: Sevenoaks, TN13 2PG
• Date posted: 21 October 2025
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £14.65 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 1407412608