Sous Chef
| Posting date: | 09 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 09 July 2025 |
| Location: | Cupar |
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1320501807 |
Summary
Sous Chef – £19,600 | 30 Hours per Week | Alternate Weekends | Care Home for Older Adults
Support, lead, and make a difference—one meal at a time.
Our client, a friendly and well-established small care home for older adults, is looking for a skilled and compassionate Sous Chef to join their kitchen team. This is a rewarding opportunity to bring comfort and care to residents through high-quality, nutritious meals in a calm, home-from-home environment.
If you’re an experienced chef from a care home or similar setting, and you understand the importance of tailored diets and food textures, this role could be your perfect fit.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience working as a chef in a care home or health and social care environment.
- Good knowledge of older adults’ dietary needs, allergies, and texture-modified foods.
- A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (minimum).
- Reliable, organised, and able to take initiative.
- A team player with a caring, respectful approach to residents and colleagues.
- Passionate about good food and making a positive impact every day.
Perks and Benefits:
- Blue Light Card – access discounts across major retailers and services
- Company pension scheme
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Clear career progression paths
- Long service awards to celebrate your dedication
- Staff recognition and appreciation programmes
- Access to a staff benefits portal for discounts, wellbeing support, and more
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Assisting the Head Chef in preparing and delivering meals that meet a variety of dietary needs, including modified textures and allergen-safe dishes.
- Leading the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
- Helping to plan menus that are both nutritious and appealing, in line with residents' needs and preferences.
- Supporting kitchen staff and maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety.
- Collaborating with care teams to make sure every resident receives the right nutrition in the right way.
- Ensuring food stock is well-managed and supplies are used efficiently.
Reference: WILL143463/JR (MW)
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