Care Home Sous Chef — Balanced Menus & Team Lead

Avery Healthcare Group; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef for its Gravesend location. In this role, you will support the head chef in leading a culinary team to deliver high-quality meals that meet residents' needs. Ideal candidates will have a relevant catering qualification and at least a year of experience in the culinary field. Join a respectful and compassionate team focused on making a difference in the lives of residents while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of catering experience required.
• Relevant catering qualification is essential.
• Ability to adapt and cover a range of responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the head chef in leading the culinary team.
• Prepare modified diets for residents according to guidance.
• Ensure safe food handling and hygiene standards are met.
• Assist culinary staff with food preparation tasks.

Skills

Catering experience

Food safety knowledge

Compassion in service delivery

Adaptability

Education

Catering qualification (City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ)

Job description

A well-known healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef for its Gravesend location. In this role, you will support the head chef in leading a culinary team to deliver high-quality meals that meet residents' needs. Ideal candidates will have a relevant catering qualification and at least a year of experience in the culinary field. Join a respectful and compassionate team focused on making a difference in the lives of residents while enjoying a supportive work environment.