Job Introduction
Some chefs serve food. You serve something far greater—comfort, connection, and care on every plate.
We’re looking for a skilled, calm, and quietly brilliant Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen at Connaught Care—a luxury, all-inclusive care home group where mealtimes matter deeply, and food is as much about wellbeing as it is about flavour.
With six beautifully designed homes open and six more on the way, Connaught is redefining care through elegance, hospitality, and human warmth. Our residents enjoy five-star dining daily—not just because we can, but because we believe food is dignity, joy, and often, someone’s favourite part of the day.
As Sous Chef, you’ll support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen, delivering exceptional food with compassion, professionalism, and pride.
Support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality, seasonal menus that cater to a wide range of tastes and dietary needs
Supervise the kitchen team, including Chef de Partie and Kitchen Assistants, ensuring smooth, efficient service
Take the lead in the Head Chef’s absence, managing kitchen operations confidently and calmly
Mentoring junior team members to help them pick up your brilliant habits
Ensure compliance with all food hygiene, allergen, health & safety, and dietary protocols
Help develop menus for themed events, resident occasions, and special celebrations
Build strong relationships with residents and colleagues—ensuring food always feels personal, never institutional
Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie, ideally in hospitality, hotels, or high-end care
A relevant Level 3 qualification
A passion for cooking food that’s not only delicious but also comforting and nourishing
Experience with specialist diets and allergen management (training can be provided)
Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a collaborative, calm approach
A genuine interest in how food contributes to wellbeing, independence, and happiness in later life
Because here, food isn’t just about what’s on the plate—it’s about how someone feels when it’s placed in front of them.
At Connaught, you’ll work in a professional, well-equipped kitchen with a team that cares as much as you do. No late-night shifts, no frantic turnaround—just the joy of creating beautiful food that matters, every single day.
You’ll be part of something bigger: a culture that celebrates hospitality, prioritises quality, and supports your development, wellbeing, and career journey.
If you’re ready to bring heart to your craft, lead with quiet confidence, and cook meals that do more than nourish—we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits Include:
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Industry-leading pay
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Paid breaks
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Pay enhancements for Bank Holidays
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Free on-site meals
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Free uniform
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Free DBS check
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Annual Pay Reviews
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Continuous training and progression opportunities
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Annual Health Checks for all staff
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BLC reimbursement
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Salary sacrifice schemes including Pension, Childcare, Grocery, EV, and more.
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A personalised financial well-being platform
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A pension pot finder
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Access to a 24/7 GP
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An enhanced EAP with up to 10 free counselling sessions
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Life insurance of up to 4X your salary
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Access to digital cognitive behavioural therapy
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Personalised Life and Leadership coaching
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YuLife rewards - get rewarded to meditate, do puzzles, and exercise
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An extra day of annual leave for birthdays
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The option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme
....and more!
***All applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to live and work in the UK***
***We cannot sponsor***
Due to the nature of the role, this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
