Sous Chef - Nutritious Care Home Dining Lead

Avery Healthcare Group; Monkston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Sous Chef at Milton Court Care Home in Kents Hill, Milton Keynes. You will support the head chef to provide a nutritionally balanced, high-quality culinary service for residents within budget.

Lead a small team, prepare modified diets per IDDSI, and uphold the highest hygiene standards while ensuring staff understand the food safety system. DBS check required.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant catering qualification (City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent).
• Minimum of 1 year catering experience.
• Demonstrate compassion and commitment to high-quality culinary services.

Responsibilities

• Prepare modified diets that are balanced and appealing within IDDSI guidance.
• Supervise and direct culinary staff as directed by Head Chef.
• Ensure high hygiene standards and compliance with food safety systems.
• Support culinary team in understanding Avery Food safety management system.

Skills

Catering experience

Team leadership

Education

City & Guilds 706/1

706/2 or NVQ

Job description

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Sous Chef at Milton Court Care Home in Kents Hill, Milton Keynes. You will support the head chef to provide a nutritionally balanced, high-quality culinary service for residents within budget.

Lead a small team, prepare modified diets per IDDSI, and uphold the highest hygiene standards while ensuring staff understand the food safety system. DBS check required.