Sous Chef - Care Home
| Posting date: | 21 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £32,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 February 2026 |
| Location: | RG10 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | HR-CL Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 625860-40830 |
Summary
About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Sous Chef to join our kitchen team in a care home setting. You will support the Head Chef in delivering nutritious, high-quality meals that meet the dietary, cultural, and medical needs of our residents, while maintaining excellent standards of food safety and hygiene.
Benefits of a Sous chef
• Competitive salary of £32,000 per year
• Stable, long-term role in a supportive working environment
• Predictable hours compared to traditional hospitality roles
• Free meals on shift
• Alternate weekends off!
Responsibilities of Sous chef
• Support the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
• Prepare, cook, and present meals to a high standard
• Ensure menus meet nutritional guidelines and resident dietary requirements
• Cater for special diets including allergies, soft diets, and medical needs
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and safety (HACCP)
• Supervise and support kitchen assistants when required
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and waste management
• Ensure meals are delivered on time and to the correct specifications
About you
• Previous experience as a Sous Chef (care home, hospital, or similar environment preferred)
• Knowledge of special diets and nutritional standards
• Food Hygiene Level 2 (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
Apply today with your CV — we review every application with complete fairness and confidentiality.