Sous Chef

Willing care; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium care provider in Weymouth is seeking a chef to provide residents with a premium dining experience. Your role will involve preparing nutritious meals that cater to individual dietary needs and supporting the Head Chef in menu planning. Previous experience in a similar setting, along with food hygiene qualifications, is essential. This position offers full-time hours, training, and opportunities for career progression, making it an exciting opportunity to contribute to resident wellbeing.

Benefits

Paid breaks

Comprehensive induction and training

Opportunities for career development

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card discounts

Paid DBS disclosure

Enhanced rates for bank holidays

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of allergies and dietary requirements.
• Food hygiene and safety qualifications (Level 2 or above preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals tailored to residents' dietary requirements.
• Support the Head Chef in menu planning and maintaining food safety standards.
• Contribute to a warm and welcoming dining experience.

Skills

Experience in care catering

Knowledge of dietary requirements

Food hygiene and safety

Teamwork and communication

Ability to prepare nutritious meals

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for a chef with experience in care or similar settings to provide residents with a premium dining experience. The role goes beyond traditional kitchen work: it's about creating fresh, nutritious meals that meet individual dietary needs, supporting health, wellbeing, and enjoyment at every mealtime.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals tailored to residents' dietary requirements, allergies, and preferences.
• Support the Head Chef in menu planning, ensuring meals are nutritious, varied, and appealing.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Promote hydration and nutrition to support residents' health and wellbeing.
• Contribute to the delivery of a warm, welcoming dining experience in line with the home's luxury standards.
• Work effectively as part of a team, supporting colleagues to ensure smooth service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or similar role, ideally within a nursing home, hospital, or care setting.
• Strong knowledge of allergies, dietary requirements, hydration, and nutrition.
• Ability to prepare meals that are both nutritious and enjoyable for older adults.
• Food hygiene and safety qualifications (Level 2 or above preferred).
• Team player with excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for care catering.

Benefits

• Full-time hours with paid breaks.
• Comprehensive induction and training programme.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support.
• Blue Light Card Scheme offering discounts and savings.
• Paid DBS disclosure.
• Enhanced rates of pay for bank holidays.