Sous Chef

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

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Thames Ditton seeks a skilled Sous Chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for residents. The ideal candidate will assist the Head Chef, showcase culinary creativity, and mentor the kitchen team. This full-time position offers a good work-life balance with no evening shifts and includes various employee benefits. Ideal for chefs passionate about food and high-quality hospitality, this role promises growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a similar position, preferably within a healthcare setting.
• Passionate about food and excellent culinary skills.
• Able to work collaboratively with the Head Chef and kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in preparing and serving meals.
• Lead by example and mentor the kitchen team.
• Create fresh, nutritious meals using the best available ingredients.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team collaboration

Creativity

Job description

The role of Sous Chef at Aria Healthcare's Thames View home in Thames Ditton, Surrey involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best available ingredients. The successful candidate will support the Head Chef, lead by example, and demonstrate creative flair to provide a high level of hospitality.

Main duties of the job

As a Sous Chef at Aria Healthcare's Thames View home, you will be responsible for assisting the Head Chef in preparing and serving high-quality, nutritious meals for the residents. This involves using the best fresh ingredients to create delicious and visually appealing dishes. You will be expected to lead by example, showcase your culinary skills, and mentor the kitchen team. The role offers a full-time, permanent position with no evening shifts, providing a good work-life balance.

About us

Aria Healthcare operates a 78-bed residential and nursing home in Thames Ditton, Surrey. The home has a 'Good' rating from the Care Quality Commission and a 9.9 rating on Carehome.co.uk, indicating a high level of resident satisfaction. Aria Healthcare is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, and provides various benefits and development opportunities for its staff.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Thames View, 58 High Street, Thames Ditton, Surrey KT7 0TT
• 78 Bedded Residential and Nursing Home
• CQC Rating Good
• Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Sous Chef
• £16.82 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

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

We are looking for a highly skilled Sous chef to create fresh nutritious meals for our residents by way of using the best fresh ingredients available. We are looking for a passionate Chef that will support the Head Chef, lead by example and have the creative flair to showcase high level hospitality. The role consists of straight shifts & no evenings! There will be a fully supported induction showcasing the technical skills required in healthcare and an opportunity to mentor our teams to progress in our own Chef academy.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate for the Sous Chef role should have extensive experience in a similar position, preferably within a healthcare setting. They should be passionate about food, have excellent culinary skills, and be able to work collaboratively with the Head Chef and kitchen team to deliver a high standard of service.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.