At Avery Healthcare, we are dedicated to supporting our care teams and celebrating their hard work. Joining us means making a positive impact on residents' lives through compassion and dedication. We offer a caring, supportive environment with opportunities for growth, development, and a culture rooted in respect, compassion, and excellence.
About The Role
We are seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Sous Chef. Your main responsibility will be to assist the Head Chef in leading a culinary team that provides nutritionally balanced, high-quality meals that promote residents' well-being within budget.
Other Responsibilities Will Include
* Preparing modified diets that are appealing, well-balanced, and in accordance with IDDSI guidance.
* Supervising and guiding culinary staff, providing instruction on food preparation activities.
* Ensuring all food handling meets the highest hygiene standards.
* Supporting team members in understanding our Food Safety Management System.
About You
To succeed, you should embody our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability.
Our Ideal Candidate Must
* Hold a relevant catering qualification (e.g., City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2, NVQ, or equivalent).
* Have at least 1 year of catering experience.
* Demonstrate compassion and a commitment to high-quality culinary services.
* Be adaptable and flexible to cover various responsibilities on short notice.
About Avery
Avery is one of the UK’s largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, committed to enriching the later years of life. We aim to create meaningful experiences for residents and staff across our network of over 100 homes, fostering a supportive and inspiring environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.
Please Note This Role Will Require
* A DBS Disclosure check, with costs covered by Avery Healthcare.
* Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Additional Information
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the deadline depending on application volume and business needs.
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