Sous Chef
About this role
Sous Chef
Location: Richmond Village Letcombe Regis, South Street, Letcombe Regis, OX12 9RG
Salary: £15.65 per hour + £1,000 Starter Bonus
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week: 4 x 10-hour shifts between 07:00 and 20:00 — No Split Shifts & No Late Nights)
Are you a talented culinary professional looking to step up into a leadership role within a luxury retirement setting, offering an incredible work-life balance with no late nights or split shifts?
We are partnering with Richmond Villages Letcombe Regis (part of Bupa) to find a dedicated Sous Chef for a permanent full-time role. In this exciting position, you will work closely with the Head Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences across our luxury village, catering to the care home, serviced suites, restaurant, and special resident events.
What You’ll Be Doing
Assisting the Head Chef in preparing and cooking exceptional food in accordance with strict food hygiene and safety regulations.
Catering to a variety of dietary needs and preferences for residents, villagers, and spa clients across the village.
Overseeing the hotplate service, ensuring high standards during meal service, and managing food quality and perishable stock rotation.
Maintaining a safe, welcoming, compliant, and pristine kitchen and dining environment.
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience working in a professional kitchen, ideally catering to customers with special dietary requirements.
An innovative yet organized approach to cooking, with the ability to remain calm and composed during a busy service.
Relevant qualifications, such as an NVQ or equivalent City & Guilds and CIEH Level 2 Food Safety Award (or equivalent).
A collaborative mindset and a genuine passion for creating delightful dining experiences.
Exceptional Benefits & Work-Life Balance
Working with Bupa means you'll be backed by an organization that genuinely invests in your health, career, and wellbeing:
Financial Incentives & Stability: £15.65 per hour, a £1,000 starter bonus, and Wagestream (early access to up to 40% of your earned wages).
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy working across just 4 days a week with no split shifts and no late nights.
Health & Wellbeing: Free access to My Healthcare (24/7 remote GP, physiotherapy, and mental health support), a £350 annual healthcare product allowance, and a dedicated Menopause Plan.
Daily Perks & Time Off: A free meal on every shift, 28 days holiday, an enhanced sick pay scheme, and parental leave options.
Extras: Long service recognition rewards, pension plans, interest-free travel loans, and retail/gym discounts.