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Posted 58 days ago

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Sous Chef to join our Hospitality team, working in a high-spec kitchen with top-quality equipment, including Rational iCombi ovens. This is a 35-hour per week role, working 5 days out of 7 (including some weekends), with shifts between 7:00am – 2:30pm and 11:30am – 7:00pm. Offering sociable hours and a supportive team environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to achieve a strong work-life balance while delivering high-quality meals that make a real difference to residents and service users.

Jewish Care is the largest provider of health and social care services for the Jewish community in the UK. Every week, we touch the lives of 10,000 people. We provide services to a range of people including older people, people with mental health needs and people living with dementia. Our five values are at the heart of the way we work. They drive how we act as individuals and as an organisation and shape our culture. We value Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusivity.

You will support the delivery of high-quality catering services, ensuring all food produced meets agreed standards and reflects market trends, cultural requirements, and dietary needs. You will oversee food hygiene and Health & Safety compliance, ensuring all practices are monitored and recorded in line with regulations. Working within budget, you will help manage costs while maintaining quality and efficiency. You will also play a key role in leading, motivating, and developing the team, fostering a positive kitchen culture and ensuring excellent customer service. In addition, you will support catering for events and contribute to a welcoming and engaging dining experience.

You are an experienced culinary professional with relevant catering or food hygiene qualifications (NVQ Level 2 or 3 or equivalent) and supervisory experience in a busy kitchen environment. You are energetic, proactive, and passionate about delivering high-quality food and service. You have experience working to deadlines and managing budgets, with a good understanding of dietary requirements and the sensitivity needed when supporting vulnerable people. You are a strong team player who enjoys leading and motivating others, and you are open to learning, including training in Kosher kitchen practices if required.

Our Benefits include: • 4% pension contribution (Legal and General) • 2 x salary - Life Insurance. • A huge range of discounts at major retailers and supermarkets • 24/7 access to a GP either online or on the phone • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential advice. • Our Wellbeing Hub which contains lots of articles and support with mental and physical wellness, free fitness, and yoga videos and lots more • Career development opportunities and access to our online learning management system • Free DBS check where the role requires.

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