5 day working week, evenings & every other weekend off

Platinum Recruitment is delighted to be working with a prestigious care home, to recruit a talented Sous Chef for their stunning care home in Basingstoke.

As Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen operation and and enhanced DBS check will be required for this full time position.

Your responsibilities will include:

Assisting the Head Chef in planning, preparing, and cooking a variety of delicious and nutritious meals tailored to residents' preferences and dietary requirements.
Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety, adhering to all relevant regulations and guidelines.
Supervising and mentoring the kitchen team to ensure efficient and effective operations.
Managing stock control and ordering supplies to minimise waste and optimise costs.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a care home or similar setting.
Strong culinary skills and a passion for creating delicious food.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A flexible approach to work and the ability to work well under pressure.
A food hygiene certificate (Level 2)
Be able to commute to Basingstoke daily for work
To complete an Enhanced DBS check for the role as a Sous Chef

What's on Offer:

Competitive salary up to 33,000
Alternate weekends off and no evening work.
Enhanced pay rate for bank holidays.
Opportunities for career progression and training.
Blue Light Discount Card.
Long service awards.
Holiday buying scheme
Health cash plan
Paid enhanced DBS
Long service Award

If you are a talented Sous Chef, in the Basingstoke area and you are looking for a rewarding role in a supportive and friendly environment, then please click to apply now.

Consultant: Beckie Gardner

Job ID: BG0037 / INDHOSP

Job Title: Sous Chef

Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.