Sous Chef
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Kingswood, BS15 4JWView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£14.70
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
24 September 2026
19 days leftJob description
Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were...
The position of Sous Chef at Avery Healthcare is pivotal to supporting the head chef in leading a culinary team dedicated to providing balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality culinary services. The role primarily aims to enhance the well-being of the residents within the budgetary constraints. Responsibilities include preparing appealing modified diets according to IDDSI guidance, directing the culinary staff, ensuring food preparation meets high hygiene standards, and supporting the team in understanding the Avery Food safety management system. Avery Healthcare emphasizes values of respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. To be successful, candidates must align with these values. The role necessitates holding a relevant catering qualification and having at least one year of catering experience. Adaptability, flexibility, and compassion are crucial traits. The position also requires a DBS check, provided at no cost to the applicant, and proof of eligibility to work in the UK. The advertised wage is fixed at £14.70 per hour on a permanent basis.
Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Sous Chef at Avon Valley Care Home in Bristol. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!
Your focus asSous Chefwill be tosupportthe head chef in leading a culinary team that provides a nutritionally balanced, comprehensive,and high-quality culinary service, which contributes to the overall well-being of the residents and is achieved withinbudget.
- Preparing modified diets that look appealing and are well-balanced and in accordance with IDDSI guidance.
- Supervising and directing the work of culinary staff, as directed by the Head Chef, providing instruction and demonstration to unqualified staff on simple food preparation activities.
- Understandingthe principles of safe food handling to ensure that all food preparation undertaken in the kitchen meets the highest hygiene standards.
- Supporting all culinary team members in fully understanding the Avery Food safety management system.
To be successful in your application, you must live our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability in all that you do.
- Holdarelevant catering qualification City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent.
- Have a minimum of 1 year of catering experience.
- Demonstratecompassionandcommitmentto the delivery of high-quality culinary services to residents.
- Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require:
- ADBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, emphasizing an enriching experience during the later years of life. The organization prides itself on creating meaningful experiences not only for residents but also for its employees. With a commitment to values like care, support, honesty, respect, and accountability, Avery Healthcare seeks to build a supportive and inspiring environment where team members feel valued every day. The organization operates over 100 homes across the UK, aligning its operations with the vision of 'creating meaningful lives together.' Avery Healthcare believes in recognizing and celebrating the efforts of its employees, offering them growth opportunities in a caring environment. The company also ensures that every staff member can contribute towards enhancing the quality of life for the residents, providing high-quality care services and encouraging personal and professional development within its close-knit team.
Qualifications
Essential: - Hold a relevant catering qualification City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent. Have a minimum of 1 year of catering experience.
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First seen
3 September 2026
Last checked
5 September 2026
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