Sous Chef

Avery Healthcare; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare seeks a Sous Chef to join their team in Stratford-upon-Avon. The role involves supporting the Head Chef, preparing meals that meet dietary needs, and supervising staff. The ideal candidate must have relevant qualifications and experience, demonstrating compassion and commitment to culinary excellence.

Benefits

Opportunities for learning and development

Close-knit team environment

DBS Disclosure check covered

Qualifications

• Relevant catering qualification such as City & Guilds or NVQ.
• At least 1 year of catering experience.
• Understand safe food handling principles.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef in leading culinary team.
• Prepare modified diets in accordance with IDDSI guidance.
• Supervise culinary staff and ensure hygiene standards.

Skills

Compassion

Adaptability

Flexibility

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2, NVQ or equivalent

Job description

At Avery Healthcare, we are committed to supporting the people who care for our residents. We recognize the hard work of our teams and aim to celebrate and support you every step of the way.

Joining us means making a positive impact on residents’ lives daily — your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. We are dedicated to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities for learning and development throughout your career. As part of our close-knit team, you’ll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.

About the Role

Your focus as a Sous Chef will be to support the Head Chef in leading a culinary team that provides a nutritionally balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality culinary service, contributing to the overall well-being of residents within budget.

Other responsibilities include:

• Preparing modified diets that are appealing, well-balanced, and in accordance with IDDSI guidance.
• Supervising and directing the work of culinary staff, providing instruction and demonstrations on food preparation activities.
• Understanding safe food handling principles to ensure hygiene standards are met.
• Supporting culinary team members in understanding the Avery Food Safety Management System.

About You

To succeed, you must embody our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Hold a relevant catering qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2, NVQ, or equivalent.
• Have at least 1 year of catering experience.
• Demonstrate compassion and commitment to high-quality culinary services for residents.
• Be adaptable and flexible to cover various responsibilities at short notice.

Additional Information

This role requires:

• A DBS Disclosure check, with costs met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Please note: This advert may be withdrawn before the deadline depending on application volume and business needs.