Sous Chef – Elevate Menus & Lead Warm Care Kitchen

Hallmark Care Homes; Hutton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual salary reviews

Joining bonus

Enhanced bank holiday pay

Refer a Friend up to £1000

Westfield Cash back plan

Training & Development Pathways

Nurse PIN subscription renewal

RCNi Nurse subscription

Free uniform

Blue Light Card

Hallmark Rewards

Work-life balance

Job summary

Hallmark Care Homes is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef, lead kitchen operations during absence, and craft nutritious menus using seasonal ingredients for our residents.

You should hold culinary qualifications (City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent), understand nutrition, maintain HACCP standards, and engage with residents to tailor appetising meals. We offer a balanced work-life, competitive pay, and development.

Qualifications

• Genuinely cares for residents' well-being and fosters a welcoming dining environment.
• Holds City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent culinary qualifications.
• Demonstrates a good understanding of nutrition and the art of working with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Engages with residents to design appetising and nutritious menus that cater to their preferences.
• Maintains a good understanding of HACCP food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Kitchen Leadership: Manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Menu Development: Assist in developing innovative and enticing menus that delight residents.
• Creative Culinary Crafting: Use fresh produce to craft high-quality, wholesome dishes.
• Budget Management: Work within budget constraints while maintaining stock control.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct regular audits to uphold excellence in culinary standards and food safety.

Skills

Warm and personable

Nutrition awareness

Resident engagement

Food safety knowledge

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent culinary qualifications

Job description

Hallmark Care Homes is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef, lead kitchen operations during absence, and craft nutritious menus using seasonal ingredients for our residents.

You should hold culinary qualifications (City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent), understand nutrition, maintain HACCP standards, and engage with residents to tailor appetising meals. We offer a balanced work-life, competitive pay, and development.