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Sous Chef - Harpenden
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our friendly team at our beautiful home in Harpenden. Working alongside the Head Chef, you will help deliver high-quality, nutritious meals that support the health and wellbeing of our residents.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys making a real difference through food, ensuring every resident receives meals that are both enjoyable and tailored to their individual dietary needs.
Benefits
- 1 free meal per shift
- Enhanced Bank Holiday pay
- Uniform provided
- Increased Annual Leave entitlement - team members who work with us for 3 years or more, get extra annual leave
- Cycle to Work scheme – why not save money on commuting costs and improve your health at the same time
- Milestone Birthdays - get EXTRA time off to celebrate that special birthday
- Company sick pay which is over and above the statutory entitlement (subject to length of service)
- Refer a Friend Scheme for successful referrals - for all permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply)
- Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives
- Long service awards
- Health Cash Plan (subject to T&Cs)
- Death in Service Benefit (subject to T&Cs)
- And much more……
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Job Details
- Location: Harpenden Springs, 22-24 Grove Road, Harpenden AL5 1PX
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Pay: £18.00 per hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Shift: Days (5 days across 7, includes some weekends)
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Head Chef in planning and preparing nutritious, appetising meals.
- Support the delivery of varied menus that cater for special diets, allergies, and cultural preferences.
- Maintain excellent food hygiene, health and safety, and infection control standards.
- Supervise kitchen staff and support the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
- Monitor food stock levels and assist with ordering and stock control.
- Ensure all meals are served on time and to a high standard.
- Help maintain accurate records in line with CQC and food safety requirements.
- Promote a positive and collaborative working environment.
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About You
We are looking for someone who has:
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Senior Chef de Partie, or similar role.
- A passion for producing high-quality, nutritious food.
- Knowledge of dietary requirements within a care setting.
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 3 desirable).
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- The ability to work effectively within a team and independently.
- A caring, compassionate, and resident-focused approach.
If you are a dedicated chef who takes pride in creating exceptional meals and would like to join a team that values care, compassion, and quality, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now!
Oakland Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to appropriate employment and DBS checks.
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