Sous Chef

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a skilled Sous Chef for their Rendlesham Care Centre. The role involves assisting the Head Chef, ensuring high food safety standards, and mentoring the kitchen team. Applicants should have extensive experience in culinary settings and a strong understanding of nutrition. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £16.30 and the opportunity to work in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Sous Chef, preferably in healthcare or hospitality.
• Strong understanding of nutritional requirements and food safety.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in the planning, preparation, and serving of meals.
• Ensure the use of fresh ingredients and maintain food safety.
• Mentor and support the kitchen team.

Skills

Experience as a Sous Chef

Understanding of nutritional requirements

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

Education

Formal culinary training or qualifications

Job description

Overview

The role of Sous Chef at Rendlesham Care Centre is an opportunity for a highly skilled and passionate chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for residents. The successful candidate will support the Head Chef, lead by example, and showcase creative hospitality. The role offers a competitive hourly rate, benefits, and the chance to work in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in the planning, preparation, and serving of meals for residents.
• Ensure the use of fresh ingredients and maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Mentor and support the kitchen team; contribute to a positive, collaborative kitchen environment.
• Deliver straight shifts with no evenings, and participate in a fully supported induction to develop healthcare-specific skills.
• Support and coach teams through the Chef Academy program to progress in the organisation.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Sous Chef, preferably in a healthcare or hospitality setting.
• Strong understanding of nutritional requirements and food safety.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team.
• Formal culinary training or qualifications would be an advantage.

What we offer

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

About the Home

• Rendlesham Care Centre, Rendlesham, IP12 2TP
• 60 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia care Home
• CQC Rating - Good
• Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

Details

• Location: Rendlesham, IP12 2TP
• Salary: £16.30 per hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Hours: 40 hours per week

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!