About this role
Job summary Avery Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join its team at Cliveden Manor Care Home in Marlow. This role supports the head chef in providing high-quality culinary services to residents. The successful candidate will benefit from a nurturing work culture that emphasizes respect and compassion, while contributing to the residents' well-being by cooking nutritious and appealing meals. The position is permanent, with a salary of £15.00 per hour and requires a full-time commitment with flexible shift hours. The role contributes significantly to the positive impact and overall mission of Avery Healthcare, which aims to offer enriching later-life experiences for its residents and staff.
Main duties of the job At Avery Healthcare, we focus on supporting the individuals who care for our residents and offer a nurturing work environment that encourages growth and development. As a Sous Chef, you will support the head chef in managing a culinary team, preparing nutritionally balanced and visually appealing modified diets, and ensuring high standards of food safety and hygiene are maintained. Responsibilities also include supervising culinary staff and assisting them in understanding the Avery Food Safety Management System. Candidates must be enthusiastic, dedicated, and exhibit a genuine commitment to exceptional care through culinary excellence.
About us Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's leading providers of luxury elderly care homes, focused on creating meaningful experiences for both residents and staff. With a mission of 'creating meaningful lives together,' Avery Healthcare manages over 100 care homes, offering an inspiring work environment. The organization emphasizes the importance of enriching the later years of life, not only by offering exceptional care but also by fostering a workplace where employees feel valued and empowered. Avery Healthcare is renowned for its supportive team culture and dedication to exceptional care.
Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:
Shift Details: 0700-1500/1130-1930
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Sous Chef at Cliveden Manor Care Home in Marlow. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLE
Your focus asSous Chefwill be tosupportthe 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 withinbudget.
Other responsibilitieswillinclude:
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. Understandingthe principles of safe food handling to ensure that all food preparation undertaken in the kitchen meets the highest hygiene standards. Supportingall culinary team members in fullyunderstandingthe Avery Food safety management system.
ABOUT YOU
To besuccessfulin your application, youmust live our values of caring,support,honesty, respect, and accountabilityin all that you do.
Our ideal candidatemust:
Holdarelevant catering qualification City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent. Have a minimum of 1 year of catering experience. Demonstratecompassionandcommitmentto the delivery of high-quality culinary services to residents. Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require:
ADBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Applicants must hold a relevant catering qualification, such as City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2, or NVQ equivalent. A minimum of one year of catering experience is required, with candidates demonstrating compassion, a commitment to high-quality culinary services, and the ability to adapt and manage multiple responsibilities.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Address Avery Healthcare
Marlow
SL7 1HX
Employer's website https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)