Sous Chef – Lead the Kitchen in a Luxury Care Home

Signature Careers; Banstead; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A luxury care and nursing home in Banstead is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to ensure smooth kitchen operations. You will support the Head Chef in creating nutritious, restaurant-quality meals while managing and developing other kitchen staff. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of kitchen experience, an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Food & Hygiene, and a strong passion for food. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Flexible shift times

Up to 30 days annual leave

Free meals on shift

Workplace pension

Career training and development

Qualifications

• 5 years of kitchen experience required.
• Experience in a supervisory role.
• Knowledge of COSHH guidelines essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the kitchen.
• Oversee the Chef de Partie and Commis Chef.
• Ensure all meals meet quality and nutrition standards.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food hygiene

Creativity

Team development

Menu development

Education

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

Job description

A luxury care and nursing home in Banstead is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to ensure smooth kitchen operations. You will support the Head Chef in creating nutritious, restaurant-quality meals while managing and developing other kitchen staff. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of kitchen experience, an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Food & Hygiene, and a strong passion for food. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth.