Sous Chef - Care Home

Location: Marlborough
Hours: 40 hours per week (Shift Times: 07:00 am - 6:00 pm),
ALTERNATE WEEKENDS OFF DUTY

Are you a passionate chef looking for a role that offers great work-life balance, without late nights or hectic weekends? We have an exciting opportunity within a care setting where your culinary skills will make a meaningful impact every day.

Why Consider a Career in Hospitality within the Care Industry?
This role offers some of the best working hours in hospitality—consistent shifts with no late nights and minimal weekend pressures. Join a dedicated team focused on making every mealtime special for residents in a supportive and caring environment.

The Role:

As a Chef, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for residents through nutritious, delicious meals. Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Preparing high-quality meals tailored to residents' needs and preferences.
2. Supporting the chef manager in overseeing the catering team and daily kitchen operations.
3. Assisting in menu planning to ensure a variety of balanced and appetizing dishes.
4. Promoting and maintaining food hygiene and safety standards, including conducting risk assessments.
5. Taking charge of the kitchen and staff in the absence of the Chef Manager.

About You:

We're looking for an experienced, proactive, and passionate chef who thrives in a people-centered environment. The ideal candidate will have:

1. A friendly, approachable demeanour, comfortable interacting with residents, their families, and guests.
2. Proven experience as a chef within a catering or hospitality setting.
3. A valid Food Hygiene Certificate.
4. A passion for producing high-quality, nutritious food.
5. A positive, can-do attitude with strong initiative and leadership skills.
6. City & Guilds 7061 or NVQ Level 2 in Catering for the Hospitality Industry.

If you're ready to bring your culinary expertise to a role where you can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV and a member of the team will be back to you within 48 hours.