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If you’re a talented, experienced cook looking to improve the lives of other people, we can offer you a rewarding career at Rectory House Care Home in Sompting, Lancing. West Sussex. At our Care Home, you will be responsible for assisting in running the kitchen and meal experience for our elderly residents. By creating and preparing a varied and nourishing menu, you’ll directly support the wellbeing of our residents and make a genuine difference to their quality of life. If you’re looking for a career and not just a job, we’d love to hear from you. Benefits • Great opportunities for career development., • Company pension., • Comprehensive induction programme., • Ongoing training and development., • Free Chef’s Whites and DBS. Who We Are Looking For • You should have recent experience of cooking for larger numbers preferably in a care setting., • You’ll have experience of providing food for people with special dietary requirements., • We’d like someone who is flexible, who can work alternate weekends., • An enhanced DBS check is required for this role. How You’ll Make a Difference You’ll be responsible for our residents’ meal experience and running the nursing home’s kitchen. Leading and supporting a team, you will: • Assist in the design of a varied menu that reflects our residents’ tastes and supports their nutritional needs., • Ensure mealtimes are always a high-quality and positive experience., • Maintain the highest food standards., • Helping support, train and direct the kitchen team, • Mentoring and motivating on quality, safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards., • Assisting the homes management team in developing and managing the budgetary, human and material resources within the department. About Us We are a medium sized care home supporting people living with dementia related illness and those with physical nursing needs. We pride ourselves in our values - Compassion: Providing empathetic and person led care Authenticity: Upholding the highest standards of honest and ethics. Respect: Valuing each persons’ individuality and promoting their well-being. Excellence: Striving for continuous improvement and professional excellence. If you like the idea of being part of a fun and friendly team, and supporting those who need some additional support in their later life then please do not hesitate to give us a call.

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As the second-in-command in the kitchen, the Sous Chef works closely with the Head Chef to oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, lead the kitchen team and maintain consistently high standards of food quality, service, hygiene and safety. Previous experience in this role or a similar role is essential. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Supporting the Head Chef: Work closely with the Head Chef to develop menus, create recipes, plan daily specials and maintain the overall culinary standards of the kitchen., • Supervising Kitchen Operations: Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, coordinating and delegating tasks to ensure an efficient and smooth service., • Leading and Developing the Team: Train, support and motivate kitchen staff, providing guidance and ensuring team members consistently follow company procedures and food safety standards., • Food Preparation and Cooking: Take an active role in food preparation and service, demonstrating strong culinary skills and ensuring all dishes are prepared, cooked and presented to the required standard., • Stock and Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering, ensure correct storage and rotation of ingredients, and minimise waste to help control food costs., • Menu Development: Assist the Head Chef with developing new dishes, seasonal menus, specials and event menus, contributing ideas and maintaining consistency across the menu., • Quality Control: Ensure all food leaving the kitchen meets the required standards for quality, portion size, consistency, taste and presentation., • Hygiene and Food Safety: Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety throughout the kitchen, ensuring all HACCP, COSHH and company procedures are followed., • Kitchen Organisation: Ensure preparation areas, equipment, fridges, freezers and storage areas are clean, organised and maintained to a high standard., • Problem Solving: Remain calm and effective under pressure, resolving issues quickly and making informed decisions to ensure a smooth service., • Communication: Maintain clear communication with the Head Chef, kitchen team and front-of-house team to ensure an efficient and successful service., • Opening and Closing: Assist with the opening and closing of the kitchen, ensuring all relevant cleaning, preparation, stock and safety procedures are completed., • Cost Control and Waste Management: Monitor food usage and wastage, promoting effective portion control and responsible use of ingredients., • Leading by Example: Set a positive example to the kitchen team through professionalism, reliability, good organisation and a strong work ethic.

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