Sous Chef - Bank

Be all you can be with Hamberley
At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’. We're seeking a Sous Chef to help us achieve our goals.
As our chef, you’ll play a vital role in preparing meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. Ensuring every dish is made with love, supporting the health and happiness of those we care for.
Joining us at Nesbit House , our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents.
We offer our colleagues:
Competitive salary and benefits package
28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
Quality bonus scheme linked to CQC rating
Workplace pension
A supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunities for professional development and training
Access to high street discounts via our mobile friendly HapiApp benefits platform
Free onsite parking available
Unlimited Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £750 per referral - t&cs apply*
Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services
What you'll be doing
You'll be supporting the head chef in the planning and provision of high-quality meals that meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of our residents.
Plan, prepare, and serve balanced meals that meet dietary requirements.
Cater to individual preferences and specific medical needs, such as allergies or soft diets.
Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
Collaborate with the care team to ensure meal times are enjoyable and fulfilling.
To deputise for head chef during periods of absence and maintain high quality food offer at all timesCould you be part of our team?
About You:
Proven experience as a chef, ideally in a care or similar environment.
Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
Committed to customer care and first-class service provision
A recognised and appropriate qualification in food preparation/cooking, at least to NVQ level 2
Basic certificate in Food hygiene.
Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations
Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environmentIf this sounds like you and you’re looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you.
Join us at Sevenoak's most stunning care home
Nesbit House is a luxurious care home in Sevenoaks, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes – offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house – where we screen classic films – to the on-site luxury spa – offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies – everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel.
Hamberley People 
We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it