Sous Chef

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd. is seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join their award-winning team as a Sous Chef at Beckenham Park Care Home in Beckenham. The successful candidate will support the head chef in leading a culinary team that provides a nutritionally balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality culinary service, which contributes to the overall well-being of the residents and is achieved within budget. Key responsibilities include: Preparing modified diets that look appealing and are well-balanced and in accordance with IDDSI guidance. Supervising and directing the work of culinary staff, as directed by the Head Chef, providing instruction and demonstration to unqualified staff on simple food preparation activities. Understanding the principles of safe food handling to ensure that all food preparation undertaken in the kitchen meets the highest hygiene standards. Supporting all culinary team members in fully understanding the Avery Food safety management system. The ideal candidate will have: A relevant catering qualification (City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent). A minimum of 1 year of catering experience. Compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality culinary services to residents. Ability to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice. The salary for this role is £17.60 per hour. Benefits include: Opportunities for growth and development throughout your career. A caring, supportive environment with a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. This role requires: ADBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK. Job Data by YubHub .