About the Role
CareMeals is seeking a skilled and passionate Sous Chef to lead meal preparation and ensure high-quality, nutritionally balanced dishes. You will work closely with our head chef and nutrition team to craft meals tailored for specific health conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, or weight management. Your expertise will play a vital role in creating meals that taste great while meeting strict dietary guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Meal Preparation and Cooking:
* Prepare and cook meals according to customized health-focused recipes and dietary requirements.
* Ensure consistent portion sizes, taste, and presentation for all dishes.
* Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene throughout the cooking process.
Menu Development
* Collaborate with the head chef and nutritionists to develop menus for various health conditions, ensuring * * they align with dietary needs and guidelines.
* Experiment with new recipes and techniques to create innovative and appealing meals.
Kitchen Management
* Supervise and guide kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to standards.
* Manage inventory of ingredients, ensuring freshness and minimizing waste.
* Coordinate with suppliers to source high-quality, health-focused ingredients.
Compliance and Quality Control
* Ensure all meals comply with health and safety regulations, including dietary certifications (e.g., low-sodium, diabetic-friendly).
* Conduct quality checks on food preparation, presentation, and storage practices.
Requirements
Requirements
Experience: Minimum 3-5 years in a culinary role, with a focus on health-conscious or dietary-specific cooking preferred.
Education: Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts or related field. A certification in nutrition or dietary cooking is a plus.
Skills:
Expertise in preparing meals for dietary restrictions (e.g., gluten-free, low-carb, low-sodium).
Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
Ability to manage a team and multitask in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Creativity in developing flavorful, visually appealing dishes within dietary constraints.
Attributes:
Passionate about healthy living and nutrition.
Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
Team-oriented and adaptable.
*Ideal start date is January/February
About the Company
CareMeals is dedicated to improving lives through nutritious, home-cooked meals tailored to different health conditions. Our mission is to provide convenient, healthy food solutions for individuals managing specific dietary needs. Join our team to help us deliver health and care, one meal at a time.
Or, send us your CV/Resume at support@effortsly.com