Sous Chef Catering and Hospitality - Oakdene Care Home Contract: Bank Salary: £14.50 Per Hour Shift Type: Dayshift Contracted hours: Bank The award-winning home, based in Three Legged Cross, provides person-centred care for 71-residents. We specialise in Residential, Dementia & Respite care. 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. What we offer: £14.50 per hour Comapny Pension scheme Free Onsite Parking Paid DBS Uniform Provided 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract) Ongoing learning and career progression opportunities A positive, welcoming workplace culture where your contribution truly matters Access to Employee Assistance Programme. Access in-house training and nationally recognised qualifications to support your professional growth. Join a friendly, collaborative team dedicated to delivering outstanding care 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: Specialised 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