Sous Chef: Care Home Kitchen Leader & IDDSI Diets

The Methodist Church in Britain; Burnaston CP; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Derby Heights Care Home is seeking a Sous Chef to support the head chef in running a kitchen team that serves nutritionally balanced, high-quality meals to residents within budget.

You will prepare modified diets to IDDSI guidance, supervise unqualified kitchen staff and uphold strict food safety standards. DBS check and proof of right to work in the UK are required.

Opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career are offered.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2, NVQ or equivalent catering qualification.
• Minimum of 1 year's catering experience.
• DBS disclosure check.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support the head chef in leading a culinary team within budget.
• Prepare modified diets following IDDSI guidance.
• Supervise and direct unqualified kitchen staff.
• Instruct and demonstrate simple food preparation.
• Maintain high hygiene and food safety standards.
• Help team understand Avery Food safety management system.

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2, NVQ or equivalent

Job description

Derby Heights Care Home is seeking a Sous Chef to support the head chef in running a kitchen team that serves nutritionally balanced, high-quality meals to residents within budget.

You will prepare modified diets to IDDSI guidance, supervise unqualified kitchen staff and uphold strict food safety standards. DBS check and proof of right to work in the UK are required.

Opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career are offered.