Job Description
Sous Chef / Senior Chef de PartieNo Late Nights | Better Work-Life Balance | Godalming, SurreyLooking for a role where you can still cook great food - but without the late nights, split shifts and constant pressure?At Birchgrove, were doing things differently.This is a Sous Chef / Senior Chef de Partie role within a calm, well-structured kitchen, where you can focus on quality, consistency and building relationships - rather than chasing back-to-back services.Why this role is differentNo late nightsConsistent shifts and better work-life balanceCooking fresh, seasonal food from scratchA calm, organised kitchen environmentTime to focus on quality - not just speedYoull still be hands-on, leading, cooking and maintaining high standards - but within a setting that feels more structured, supportive and purposeful.About BirchgroveAt Birchgrove, we create vibrant communities for people over 65, where food plays a huge part in daily life.Youre not cooking for covers - youre cooking for residents. That means building relationships, understanding preferences, and creating meals that genuinely matter.Pepperpot House in Godalming is a beautiful, modern neighbourhood set in the heart of the Surrey Hills.What youll be doingSupporting the Head Chef in delivering high-quality, fresh mealsPreparing and cooking dishes from scratchHelping shape seasonal menus and specialsMaintaining high standards in food safety and hygieneSupporting stock control, waste reduction and kitchen organisationLeading the kitchen when requiredWhat were looking forExperience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de PartiePassion for fresh, seasonal foodCalm, organised and reliable under pressureA team player who supports othersSomeone who enjoys being part of a communityWhy join BirchgroveA genuinely supportive, people-first cultureThe chance to cook with purpose and make a differenceReal opportunity for development and progressionA stable, well-run kitchen environmentFree meals on shiftHealthcare cashback schemeElectric car schemeIf youre looking for a role where you can step away from the usual hospitality pressures, but still take pride in great food and a well-run kitchen, wed love to hear from you. Please feel free to drop in for a coffee and a chat if you are interested.REF-229 041TPBN1_UKTJ