Please note that our client DOES NOT offer Tier 2 Sponsorship

Sous Chef – Luxury Care Home
£32,000 | 40 Hours per Week | Alternate Weekends

Experienced Sous Chef with healthcare catering experience? This one’s for you.

Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Sous Chef to join a luxury care home known for its elegant setting, outstanding care, and high-quality hospitality. This full-time position offers a rewarding opportunity for a chef with experience in care home or healthcare kitchens, a strong understanding of dietary needs, and a passion for creating delicious, nutritious meals in a warm, resident-focused environment.

Set within beautifully landscaped gardens, this luxury care home delivers premium care to older adults, including those with complex health and dietary needs. The kitchen is a central part of daily life, and the service is proud to provide varied, freshly prepared menus that reflect residents' preferences and health requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• Experienced Sous Chef, ideally from a care home or healthcare catering background
• Exceptional knowledge of allergens, special diets, and texture-modified meals
• Proven ability to run a professional kitchen alongside a Head Chef
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification required (Level 3 preferred)
• A team player with a warm, proactive attitude and a genuine passion for care-focused cuisine

Why Join the Team?

This service offers more than just a job – it’s a welcoming, supportive place to grow your skills and be recognised for your work:

• £32,000 per year
• 40 hours per week with alternate weekends off
• Blue Light Card – discounts with over 15,000 brands and retailers
• Staff benefits portal – access to exclusive rewards and wellbeing tools
• Company pension scheme
• Long service awards to recognise loyalty and dedication
• Employee recognition programme
• Internal training academy – support for continued development and career progression

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations
• Prepare high-quality meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs and medical requirements
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and healthcare regulations
• Contribute to seasonal menu planning using fresh, locally sourced ingredients
• Maintain accurate allergen records and uphold excellent food presentation standards
• Mentor and support kitchen staff to ensure consistency and quality
• Work closely with care teams to align mealtimes with residents’ wellbeing plans

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