Senior Sous Chef

Hallmark Care Homes; Bath; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join its team in Bath. The role involves leading the kitchen operations, creating delightful and nutritious menus, and ensuring high food safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess relevant culinary qualifications and a passion for making a positive impact through food in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Excellent training and development opportunities

Pension and life assurance

Wellness benefits including healthcare

Work-life balance with no late nights

Employee rewards and discounts

Qualifications

• Passion for culinary arts and creating enjoyable dining experiences.
• Good understanding of nutrition and working with fresh ingredients.
• Ability to maintain food hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Assist in developing innovative and appealing menus.
• Ensure a warm atmosphere and engage with residents.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Nutrition Knowledge

Food Safety Standards

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent culinary qualifications

Job description

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Craft Culinary Delights: Join Our Bighearted Team as a Senior Sous Chef at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes and Serve up Joyful Dining Experiences!

Position: Senior Sous Chef

Location: Midford Manor, Bath

Type: Full Time- Perm- Every other weekend off & no late nights !!

Salary: Competitive Salary Package

At Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, we're dedicated to cherishing every moment and providing exceptional care that supports residents to live each day to the full. We believe in celebrating the privilege of aging and embracing it with open arms. Since our inception in 1997, we've been committed to delivering outstanding care across all our homes in England and Wales.

As a family-run provider, we understand the importance of nurturing relationships, and that's why our care revolves around family values. Each of our homes is equipped with innovative facilities and supported by a dedicated care team, ensuring a comfortable stay alongside the highest quality care available.

Are you a culinary artist with a passion for creating memorable dining experiences?

At Hallmark Care Homes, we offer more than just a job; we provide an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance. As a Senior Sous Chef, you'll collaborate with our Head Chef to elevate our culinary offerings to new heights, using only the freshest seasonal ingredients to craft nutritious, flavourful, and well-balanced menus tailored to the preferences of our residents.

The Ideal Senior Sous Chef:

• Warm and Personable: Genuinely cares for residents' well-being and fosters a welcoming dining environment.
• Culinary Qualifications: Holds City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent culinary qualifications.
• Nutrition Enthusiast: Demonstrates a good understanding of nutrition and the art of working with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Engagement: Engages with residents to design appetising and nutritious menus that cater to their preferences.
• Food Safety: Maintains a good understanding of HACCP food safety standards, ensuring the highest levels of hygiene and safety.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Kitchen Leadership: Manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef, fostering a warm and efficient atmosphere.
• Menu Development: Assist in developing innovative and enticing menus that delight our residents.
• Creative Culinary Crafting: Use fresh produce to craft high-quality, wholesome dishes that exceed expectations.
• Budget Management: Work within budget constraints while maintaining stock control to ensure efficiency.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct regular audits to uphold excellence in culinary standards and food safety.

What's in it for You?

Enjoy a remarkable work-life balance! With no evenings and every other weekend off, you'll have the freedom to shine in your culinary artistry and make a genuine impact on our residents' lives.

Reap the Rewards:

Your dedication and hard work will be celebrated with a competitive salary, outstanding training and development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. But that's not all! Here's what else you can expect:

• Valued as our Greatest Asset: Be part of a values-driven company that puts people first.
• Skyrocket Your Career: Avail yourself of industry-leading training and development, propelling your career to new heights.
• Wellness Matters: Enjoy excellent benefits, including a pension, life assurance, and optional healthcare.
• Exclusive Perks: Embrace our rewards and discount scheme – Hallmark Rewards.
• Balance is Key: Experience a fulfilling work-life balance, nurturing your well-being.

At Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, we believe in the power of collaboration and creativity to deliver exceptional culinary experiences. If you're ready to unleash your culinary passion and make a positive impact in a warm and supportive environment, we invite you to apply and become part of our bighearted team!

Hallmark Luxury Care Homes is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and in the workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional options, you’d like to request in making your application, please contact the recruitment team at [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities and Hospitals and Health Care

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