Sous Chef – Foxcrest Hills £15.47 per hour

Crystal Care Collection Limited; Coalville; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Competitive pay

NVQ qualification support

Enhanced DBS check

Uniform provided

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

Crystal Care Collection invites applications for a Sous Chef based at Foxcrest Hills, Coalville. You will work 08:00–18:00 on a rolling 3 on/3 off rota, averaging 35 hours per week, delivering nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen.

The role offers a permanent contract and the chance to progress with NVQ support. We value passion for quality food and patient-focused service, with a salary of £15.47 per hour and benefits including uniform,

Qualifications

• Kitchen teamwork and communication
• Ability to adapt to dietary requirements
• Experience in food preparation is beneficial

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals to a high standard within the care home
• Assist with producing meals tailored to dietary needs and preferences
• Maintain a safe, clean and hygienic kitchen environment
• Be an integral part of the care home family

Skills

Teamwork

Food preparation

Dietary accommodation

Food hygiene qualification

Education

NVQ qualification in catering

Job description

Crystal Care Collection is focused on making our care homes not just luxury places for our residents to live, but also wonderful places for our team members to work. Because we believe that our residents deserve the very best care we can offer, we are committed to finding exceptional, caring individuals who want to join our team.

Your role will be based at Foxcrest Hills, Coalville which is well under construction and due to open in January 2027.

We will ensure that every team member is offered the opportunity to develop their skills and to progress if desired. We believe that caring, compassionate people can find a rewarding career in helping others and that it is our duty to help and encourage them to do so.

The Role:

Working as part of the kitchen team as a Sous Chef you will help prepare and cook all food and meals to the highest standard within the care home. Assisting with the preparation of delicious and nutritious meals for our residents based around specific dietary requirements, choices and desires whilst maintaining a safe and clean environment. The catering team plays a key part in our home and you will become part of the care home family.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about the food they cook and takes pride in what is served to our residents on a day-to-day basis. Previous experience would be an advantage, as would a food hygiene qualification.

Hours of work:

Your hours of work will be 08.00 – 18.00 and you will be expected to work on a permanent rolling rota of three consecutive shifts on, followed by three consecutive shifts off. This will equate to an average working week of 35 hours in total.

Rate of pay: £15.47 per hour

We will offer:

• A permanent contract of employment
• A competitive rate of pay
• We will support you to complete an NVQ qualification
• Fully funded enhanced DBS check
• A job with purpose and satisfaction
• Fully funded uniform
• Refer a friend bonus scheme

We are unable to provide sponsorships.

This is a varied and rewarding role that will no doubt provide you with a feeling of job satisfaction. If you are seeking an exciting opportunity with a forward-thinking organisation, then this could be the job for you!