Sous Chef - Banstead, Surrey

Signature Senior Lifestyle Ltd; Banstead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living care provider in Banstead is looking for a Sous Chef to manage the kitchen operations, develop the team, and assist in menu development. Candidates should have at least 5 years of kitchen experience, hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Food & Hygiene or Catering Services, and possess supervisory experience. The position offers competitive pay of £17.00 per hour for full-time hours, with a range of benefits including annual leave, pension, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 30 days annual leave

Workplace pension

Free meals on shift

Life Assurance Scheme

Ongoing career training and development

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a kitchen.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Food & Hygiene or Catering Services required.
• Experience in a supervisory role and knowledgeable about COSHH.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth kitchen operations as second in command.
• Manage and develop the Chef de Partie and Commis Chef.
• Assist the Head Chef with menu reviews and development.

Skills

Kitchen management

Supervisory skills

Menu development

Food hygiene knowledge

Calm under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Food & Hygiene or Catering Services

Job description

Overview

As Sous Chef you’ll play a crucial role in keeping our busy kitchen running smoothly. Second in command to the Head Chef, you’ll ensure every meal that leaves the kitchen is nutritious and restaurant quality. You’ll manage and develop the Chef de Partie and Commis Chef, sharing your experience and knowledge. You’ll also use your creativity and passion to help the Head Chef regularly review and develop the menu. Signature Senior Lifestyle offer unrivalled residential and dementia care in luxury homes. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and make a real difference to our residents’ lives. Our team is one of our biggest assets. We cultivate a supportive environment for our people, with tailored training and career development at all levels. We are kind and compassionate. Positive and resilient. Proactive and organised. Honest and accountable. Passionate and keen to develop. If this sounds like you, you\'ll fit right in.

Responsibilities

• Second in command to the Head Chef, ensuring kitchen smooth operations.
• Manage and develop the Chef de Partie and Commis Chef; share experience and knowledge.
• Assist the Head Chef in reviewing and developing the menu.

Qualifications

• 5 years\' experience working in a kitchen.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Food & Hygiene or Catering Services.
• Supervisory experience; awareness of COSHH; ability to stay calm in a hot kitchen.

Benefits & Details

• From £17.00 per hour
• Shift times between 07:00 and 20:00
• Full Time Hours - 40 hours per week
• Up to 30 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, depending on length of service
• Workplace pension
• Free meals on shift for staff working 6+ hours
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Blue Light discount scheme
• Refer A Friend Incentive £50 voucher and up to £1,000 cash bonus
• Staff recognition scheme – Purple Heart Award
• Ongoing career training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services
• Cycle to work scheme, study support, long service awards and more
• Commuting: Banstead nearest train station; walking 1 mile from nearest train station; close to 166 or S1 bus route