Average Sous Chef salary in London

Sous Chef Location: HCA at UCH, London Hours: 37.5 hours per week, working shifts between 0630am and 2200 Monday - Sunday, working 5 days out of 7PermanentSalary: Competitive Salary + excellent benefits Thrive in a kitchen where every meal matters more. Forget any preconceptions you might have about hospital food. The food you create for us – all made from fresh ingredients and prepared on site – will be every bit as eye-opening and enticing as meals served by the best hotels and restaurants. As a Sous Chef, you’ll working under the direction of the Head Chef, alongside other chefs and catering staff – but you’ll also potentially manage your own section. So while the buzz of the kitchen might be familiar, the difference is that here the work you do will be a vital part of the total care package we offer, helping as many patients as possible to return to full health quicker. Whether it’s high quality nutrition to help them recover, comfort food for when they’re feeling vulnerable, or something that looks and tastes amazing to take their minds off their worries – you’ll have a huge impact on patient care. Who we’re looking for We’re looking for a special kind of person to join us – someone who is excited to learn and develop new skills. Someone who is enthusiastic with lots of energy, bringing new and creative ideas to how we do things. As well as this you’ll: have a background in food preparation and cooking, with a strong knowledge of food hygiene principles and commercial experiencehave NVQ level 2 or equivalent in catering, plus Basic qualification in Food Hygiene Level 2 or abovebe self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team, with the confidence to run a section smoothlybe able to adhere at all time to food safety regulations, health and safety, client and company policies Why HCA UK? Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. By caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Sous Chef you’ll be eligible for: 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals Private pension contribution which increases with length of service Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme Group Life Assurance from day one Critical illness cover Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you Discounts with over 800 major retailers Culture and values At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other. Our mission is simple, above all elsewe’re committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values: Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individualKindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassionHonesty, integrity and fairness: - We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairnessLoyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity Reasonable adjustments We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them. #LI-AP1

Job Description 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 Brookwater 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 package28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)Quality bonus scheme linked to CQC ratingWorkplace pensionA supportive and collaborative working environmentOpportunities for professional development and trainingAccess to high street discounts via our mobile friendly HapiApp benefits platformFree onsite parking availableUnlimited 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 times Could 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 practicesCommitted to customer care and first-class service provisionA recognised and appropriate qualification in food preparation/cooking, at least to NVQ level 2Basic certificate in Food hygiene.Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulationsEmpathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residentsAbility to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment If 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 Enfields's most stunning care home Brookwater House is a luxurious care home in Enfield, 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!

We are seeking a Sous Chef / Second Chef to join a unique conference venue. The role involves preparing high-quality meals for a variety of guests, with a strong emphasis on traditional, fresh wholesome cooking and baked items.This Sous Chef position offers a good salary plus benefits.Benefits include:-Excellent work life balance with no late nights -Christmas Off-Free parking on site-Employee Assistance Programme -Uniform-A supportive and warm working environment, with ongoing training available.Key Responsibilities*Assist the Head Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations.*Prepare a variety of high-quality meals for both individual guests and larger groups*Basic pastry & bread making *Adapt menus/dishes for dietary needs and allergens.*Uphold the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness across kitchen and food storage areas.*Maintain compliance with food safety regulations and internal procedures.Ideal Sous Chef/Second Chef Requirements*Ideally 3-5 years of professional kitchen experience in a similar busy setting *Pastry & bread making experience is essential*Strong background in traditional cooking and baking from scratch for large groups/bulk cookery*Catering qualifications preferred*Confident using basic computer programs (e.g. for writing menus and allergen tracking).*Flexible and calm under pressure, with a team-spirited and helpful approach.*Candidates must have good communication skills and be able to work independently.Hours: *37.5 per week *5/7 days per week - usually 1 weekend off per month on a rota basis*7am-3pm and 11am - 7pm shiftsIf you are a Sous Chef or Second Chef looking for an exciting opportunity with a great work life balance or if you are a Chef de Partie looking to take a step into a senior role, we would love to hear from you.Scattergood's are acting as an agency on behalf of this vacancy. In line with UK Immigration and Employment Law, only applicants eligible to live and work in the UK need apply. For this position, and other live vacancies, please visit our website www.scattergoods.co.uk