Sous Chef (Care Homes) - £38,000 - £39,800 - Surrey
What you’ll be doing
*You’ll be supporting the head chef in the planning and provision of high-quality meals that meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of our residents.
*Plan, prepare, and serve balanced meals that meet dietary requirements.
*Cater to individual preferences and specific medical needs, such as allergies or soft diets.
*Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
*Collaborate with the care team to ensure meal times are enjoyable and fulfilling.
*To deputise for head chef during periods of absence and maintain high quality food offer at all times
Could you be part of our team?


About You:
*Proven experience as a chef, ideally in a care or similar environment.
*Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
*Committed to customer care and first-class service provision
*A recognised and appropriate qualification in food preparation/cooking, at least to NVQ level 2
*Basic certificate in Food hygiene.
*Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations
*Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents
*Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment
If this sounds like you and you’re looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you.


Due to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively.