Sous Chef | Luxury Care Home | Part-Time, 35 Hours per week | £23,300

Our client, a beautifully appointed luxury care home set in a peaceful residential area, is looking for a talented and compassionate Sous Chef to join their dedicated hospitality team.

This is more than just a kitchen role—it’s a chance to make a real difference to the daily lives of residents by delivering high-quality, nutritious meals tailored to individual needs. If you thrive in a warm, person-centred environment and have a flair for cooking with care, this could be the perfect fit.

As a Sous Chef, you'll work closely with the Head Chef to create varied and balanced menus that meet dietary requirements, including modified textures, special diets, and allergy-aware meals. You'll support the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping to maintain exceptional food standards while ensuring compliance with food hygiene and health & safety regulations.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working as a Sous Chef or in a similar senior kitchen role
• Previous experience in a care home or healthcare setting is essential
• Understanding of dietary requirements, allergens, and textured-modified diets
• A genuine passion for food and caring for others
• Level 2 Food Hygiene (or willingness to achieve)
• Team player with good communication skills and a positive attitude

Why Work Here?

• Blue Light Card – enjoy discounts across high street brands and services
• Staff Benefits Portal with wellness and shopping perks
• Ongoing internal training and career progression opportunities
• Staff recognition initiatives and long service awards
• Pension scheme

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs
• Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and care team to ensure mealtimes are enjoyable and nourishing
• Adapt recipes for individuals with special diets, including allergens, soft food diets, and diabetic-friendly meals
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness, stock rotation, and food safety are consistently upheld
• Support with ordering supplies and managing kitchen records
• Contribute to menu planning, incorporating seasonal and resident-led choices

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