Sous Chef

Caring Homes; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Caring Homes’ Benson House in Wallingford is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals for residents.

You will oversee kitchen operations, mentor staff, and help create menus that meet dietary needs while coordinating with other departments for events and special occasions. You will also engage with residents and relatives to ensure satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Assisting Head Chef in planning and preparing nutritious meals.
• Overseeing kitchen operations, cleanliness, safety standards.
• Mentoring kitchen staff and fostering teamwork.
• Creating and updating resident-focused menus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in planning and preparing high-quality meals.
• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring cleanliness and safety.
• Mentor kitchen staff and foster a collaborative environment.
• Create and update menus to meet dietary needs and preferences.
• Coordinate with departments for events and dietary accommodations.
• Communicate with residents and relatives to ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Kitchen operations

Food safety awareness

Education

Level 2 Food Safety

Level 2 Catering and Hospitality

Allergen awareness certificate

Job description

Sous Chef – Benson House, Wallingford- £19.67 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.

If you're ready to bring your culinary skills to a place where they truly matter, join us at Caring Homes and become part of our culinary family.

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