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Sous Chef
Sous Chef - Priory Court Care Home, Stamford
At Avery Healthcare, we celebrate and support the dedicated individuals who care for our residents. Join our award-winning team and make a positive impact on residents’ lives daily through your compassion and dedication.
About the Role
Your primary responsibility as Sous Chef at Priory Court Care Home in Stamford is to support the Head Chef in leading a culinary team that delivers a nutritionally balanced, high-quality meal service while adhering to the budget. Your team’s work directly contributes to the well-being of the residents.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare modified diets that are appealing, well-balanced, and compliant with IDDSI guidance.
- Supervise and mentor culinary staff, as directed by the Head Chef, including training unqualified staff in basic food preparation techniques.
- Ensure all food handling follows safe food handling principles and meets the highest hygiene standards.
- Support the team in understanding and implementing the Avery Healthcare Food Safety Management System.
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About You
To be successful, you must embody our core values: caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability.
Ideal Candidate Must Have:
- A relevant catering qualification (e.g., City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ equivalent).
- Minimum 1 year of catering experience.
- A strong commitment to delivering high-quality culinary services with compassionate care.
- Ability to be adaptable and flexible to cover varied responsibilities as required.
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About Avery
We are proudly one of the UK’s largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, dedicated to enriching lives through meaningful experiences. Our vision is "creating meaningful lives together" across over 100 care homes, fostering a supportive culture where employees feel valued and empowered.
Join Avery and be part of a team that residents and staff trust and love.
Requirements for the Role
- DBS Disclosure check (Avery will cover the cost).
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This position may close earlier than expected based on applications received.
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