Location
Friern Barnet

Hours
40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 including some weekends

Salary
£35,248 per annum

About the Role
This isn’t just catering … this is Jewish Care catering. We are seeking a skilled and passionate Sous Chef to join our team, working in a high-spec kitchen equipped with top-quality equipment including Rational iCombi ovens. You will be part of an established, high-performing team in a sociable working environment that offers the perfect work-life balance. You will make a real difference to our service users and residents by providing great quality meals and catering, including support for numerous events on our campus.

We strive to be an employer of choice by fostering a positive kitchen culture where staff feel valued and supported. Our team members stay long-term, allowing us to build strong, collaborative teams. If you are not familiar with Kosher kitchen practices, full training will be provided.

We offer excellent benefits including free soup and sandwich during shifts, Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym membership and shopping discounts, Employee Assistance Programme with wellbeing support and 24/7 GP access, company sick pay, and 4% employer pension contributions.

Experience
Previous experience working in a busy kitchen environment is ideal, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Appropriate supervisory experience is required.

About you
Energetic, passionate, and proactive attitude. Able to work to deadlines and adhere to budgetary requirements. Understands the challenges and sensitivity needed to care for and support vulnerable people.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications pertaining to the safe delivery of Food & Hygiene or Catering Services, such as NVQ Level 2 or 3, are required.