The role of Sous Chef at Walstead Place, a 41-bedded Residential Care Home, involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best ingredients available. The Sous Chef will support the Head Chef, lead by example, and showcase their creative flair to deliver high-level hospitality. The role offers competitive pay, blue light discounts, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a highly skilled Sous Chef to join our team at Walstead Place. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Head Chef in preparing and serving fresh, nutritious meals for our residents. The role requires a passion for food, excellent culinary skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with the kitchen team. The Sous Chef will also be expected to mentor and support the progression of our kitchen staff within the Chef Academy.
About us
Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of residential care services, committed to delivering high-quality care and support to its residents. The company values diversity and inclusion, and provides a supportive work environment for its employees.
Job responsibilities
About the Home
* Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
* 41 bedded Residential care Home
* CQC Rating – Good
* Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk
About the role
* Sous Chef
* Full time - 40 hours per week - 4 days per week working 7am-5pm
* Competitive Pay Rate
What will Aria Care Offer you?
* Blue Light Discount Card
* Holiday & days out discounts
* Long service awards
* Recognition programme
* And much more!
We are looking for a highly skilled Sous chef to create fresh nutritious meals for our residents by way of using the best fresh ingredients available. We are looking for a passionate Chef that will support the Head Chef, lead by example and have the creative flair to showcase high level hospitality. The role consists of straight shifts & no evenings! There will be a fully supported induction showcasing the technical skills required in healthcare and an opportunity to mentor our teams to progress in our own Chef academy.
We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.
It would be great to hear from you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
* The ideal candidate will have experience as a Sous Chef in a healthcare or hospitality setting, as well as a strong understanding of catering in a residential care environment. A relevant culinary qualification or certification is preferred.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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