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Sous Chef
Sous Chef – Derby Heights Care Home, Littleover
At Avery Healthcare, we’re passionate about supporting the teams who care for our residents. We celebrate your hard work, provide unmatched support, and create an environment where compassion and dedication matter most.
By joining us, you’ll contribute to enhancing residents’ lives daily—your skills and heart make all the difference. We empower your growth in a nurturing, inclusive culture built on respect, compassion, and commitment to exceptional care.
We’re seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as Sous Chef at Derby Heights Care Home in Littleover.
About The Role
As Sous Chef at Derby Heights Care Home, you will:
- Support the Head Chef in leading a culinary team to provide nutritionally balanced, high-quality meals aligned with residents’ needs.
- Work within budget to ensure excellent standards while contributing to the overall well-being of residents.
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Key Responsibilities
- Prepare modified diets that are appealing, well-balanced, and compliant with IDDSI guidance.
- Supervise and direct culinary staff, providing instruction and training on basic food preparation techniques.
- Ensure genuine food safety—uphold strict hygiene standards in all kitchen operations.
- Support the team in understanding and adhering to Avery’s Food Safety Management System.
About You
To thrive at Avery Healthcare, you must embody our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability.
Ideal Candidate Requirements
- A relevant catering qualification, such as:
- City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent catering certification
- At least 1 year of catering experience in a similar role.
- Strong compersion and dedication to delivering high-quality food services to residents.
- Ability to adapt quickly, cover varied responsibilities, and stay flexible with workplace demands.
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About Avery Healthcare
Avery Healthcare is more than a leading UK provider of luxury elderly care homes—it’s a place where people love to work.
We’re driven by the vision: "creating meaningful lives together." Our 100+ care homes across the UK foster meaningful experiences, where residents and team members alike feel valued, inspired, and empowered.
When you join Avery, you become part of a supportive, mission-driven community that prioritises high-quality care and creating lasting connections.
Essential Additional Requirements
- DBS Disclosure check (cost covered by Avery Healthcare)
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
Our hiring process may adapt depending on application volume, and this advert can be withdrawn before the advertised closing date.
Apply today—help us make a difference, one delicious meal at a time.
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