Sous Chef - Care Home

About the Role We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Sous Chef to join our kitchen team in a care home setting. You will support the Head Chef in delivering nutritious, high-quality meals that meet the dietary, cultural, and medical needs of our residents, while maintaining excellent standards of food safety and hygiene. Benefits of a Sous chef Competitive salary of £32,000 per year Stable, long-term role in a supportive working environment Predictable hours compared to traditional hospitality roles Free meals on shift Alternate weekends off! Responsibilities of Sous chef Support the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations Prepare, cook, and present meals to a high standard Ensure menus meet nutritional guidelines and resident dietary requirements Cater for special diets including allergies, soft diets, and medical needs Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and safety (HACCP) Supervise and support kitchen assistants when required Assist with stock control, ordering, and waste management Ensure meals are delivered on time and to the correct specifications About you Previous experience as a Sous Chef (care home, hospital, or similar environment preferred) Knowledge of special diets and nutritional standards Food Hygiene Level 2 (or willingness to obtain) Strong organisational and time-management skills Apply today with your CV — we review every application with complete fairness and confidentiality