Overview
Ashridge Court Care Centre is a bright, modern care home near Bexhill-on-Sea, set in the East Sussex countryside with sea views and peaceful gardens. The home provides high-quality general nursing care for up to 51 residents in spacious, well-furnished rooms, with compassionate support delivered with dignity, empathy and respect.
Role
Are you a passionate and skilled Chef looking for a rewarding role where your culinary talents can truly make a difference? We’re seeking a Sous Chef to join our dedicated care home team, where you\'ll play a crucial role in ensuring our residents enjoy high-quality, well-balanced meals every day.
Benefits
* £12.21 per hour
* Pension scheme
* Onsite Parking
* Paid DBS
* Uniform Provided
* 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)
Why This Role Matters
As a Sous Chef, you’ll do more than just cook you’ll be crafting meals that provide comfort, nourishment, and joy to our residents. Your culinary expertise will help create a welcoming atmosphere where food is something everyone looks forward to.
What You’ll Do
* Meal Preparation: Prepare, cook, and serve both hot and cold meals, ensuring they meet the dietary needs and preferences of our residents.
* Menu Planning: Collaborate with the Head Chef to plan menus that offer a balanced, nutritious diet, making the most of fresh, available ingredients.
* Kitchen Management: Take charge of day-to-day kitchen operations, managing food production within budget while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
* Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of food supplies and monitor freezer and fridge temperatures to ensure food safety and quality.
* Stock Management: Ensure proper stock rotation, assist in ordering supplies, check deliveries, and conduct stock valuations as needed.
* Health & Safety: Uphold statutory Health & Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment.
* Cleaning & Maintenance: Ensure all crockery and equipment are cleaned and stored properly, and oversee the overall cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas.
Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications
* Culinary Qualifications: City & Guilds 706 – 1 & 2, or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards).
* Team Player: Ability to work effectively within a team to achieve common goals.
* Food Hygiene: Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, ensuring you understand and implement best practices in food safety.
* Communication Skills: Good communication skills to liaise with team members and understand residents’ dietary needs.
* Initiative: Ability to work independently and take the lead in the kitchen when the Head Chef isn’t available.
Desired Experience
* Specialized Food Preparation: Experience in preparing food tailored to the specific needs of residents.
* Care Environment Experience: Experience working in a care environment is beneficial but not essential.
About Us
You’ll be joining a values-led care home that’s part of the Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 130 care homes across the UK. We’re expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to our residents. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do:
* Trust
* Respect
* Passion
* Kindness
* Inclusivity
These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.
Apply now to become a valued member of our care home family!
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