Sous Chef - Care Home MH

Location: Great Easton, near Great Dunmow, Essex
Type: Permanent
Industry: Hospitality and Catering
Salary: £15.00 Per Hour
Hours: 40 hours per week, 7am - 5:30pm, 4 days a week with alternate weekends

About the Role: We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Chef to join a dedicated team at a beautifully refurbished care home in Great Easton, Essex. This role offers an excellent work-life balance, with no late nights and consistent hours throughout the week. As a Sous Chef, you will take charge of the kitchen three days a week, while working alongside the Head Chef for one day, providing a collaborative and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare high-quality meals for residents, catering to their individual needs and preferences.
• Assist the Chef Manager in managing the kitchen team and ensuring high standards of food hygiene and safety.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, performing risk assessments and adhering to regulatory requirements.
• Take responsibility for the kitchen and staff in the absence of the Chef Manager.
• Aid in menu planning and development, ensuring a variety of nutritious and delicious meals.
• Foster a friendly and approachable atmosphere, interacting positively with residents, guests, and families.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Chef in a catering environment, ideally within the care industry.
• Valid food hygiene certificate.
• City & Guilds 7061 or NVQ Level 2 in Catering for the Hospitality Industry.
• A proactive, passionate, and ambitious attitude.
• Ability to take initiative and responsibility.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Clean DBS.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates.
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays).
• Annual pay reviews, enhanced bank holiday rates, and pension contributions.
• Supportive induction training programmes, ongoing training, and development.
• Opportunities to achieve nationally recognized qualifications.
• Access to a range of leisure and retail discounts.
• Free uniform and onsite parking.
• Participation in the annual staff awards programme.
• Refer a friend or resident bonus scheme.
• Access to the Blue Light Discount Card.

How to Apply: If you are a dedicated and experienced Chef looking to make a meaningful impact in a care setting, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a member of the team will be back to you within 48 hours.