Sous Chef - Bank

Avery Healthcare; Reading; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to providing exceptional care. As a Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality culinary services that enhance residents' well-being. This role offers a supportive environment where your compassion and dedication are valued. With opportunities for growth and a culture of respect and accountability, you can make a real difference in the lives of those you serve. Be part of a team that believes in creating meaningful experiences for both residents and staff.

Benefits

DBS Disclosure check covered

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Relevant catering qualification required.
• At least 1 year of catering experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare modified diets that are appealing and compliant with IDDSI guidance.
• Supervise and direct culinary staff in food preparation activities.

Skills

Catering Experience

Food Safety Management

Hygiene Standards

Adaptability

Education

Catering Qualification (e.g., City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2, NVQ)

Job description

At Avery Healthcare, we are dedicated to supporting the people who care for our residents. We recognize the hard work of our teams and are committed to celebrating and supporting 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 offer a caring, supportive environment with opportunities to learn and grow 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, high-quality culinary service, contributing to residents' well-being within budget. Responsibilities include:

• Preparing modified diets that are appealing, well-balanced, and compliant with IDDSI guidance.
• Supervising and directing culinary staff, providing instruction and demonstrations on food preparation activities.
• Ensuring all food handling meets the highest hygiene standards.
• Supporting 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 (e.g., City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2, NVQ, or equivalent).
• Have at least 1 year of catering experience.
• Demonstrate compassion and commitment to delivering high-quality culinary services.
• Be adaptable and flexible to cover responsibilities at short notice.

About Avery

At Avery, we’re more than one of the UK’s largest elderly care providers — we’re a place where people love to work. We believe life’s later years should be enriching, and we’re passionate about creating meaningful experiences for residents and staff alike. With a vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we operate over 100 homes, fostering a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered daily. Join us and discover why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role requires:

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

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the deadline depending on application volume and business needs.