Care Home Chef de Partie: Fresh, Nutritious Dining

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Care in London and the South East requires a Chef de Partie to join our catering team, preparing fresh, nutritious meals that meet dietary, cultural, and religious requirements. You will work with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver high standards and support stock and hygiene.

You will ensure meals are cooked safely, with attention to food hygiene, health and safety, and customer care across care homes, retirement living, and community centres.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef in care or multi-site operations
• Knowledge of dietary requirements and allergens
• Understanding of COSHH and CQC regulations
• Ability to plan and present meals appealingly

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef and Sous Chef in delivering catering services across the organisation
• Ensure food hygiene and health & safety practices are followed and recorded
• Oversee all food production to the agreed standard
• Develop innovative presentation and menu planning to reflect seasonal/cultural needs
• Meet dietary requirements and consider cultural/religious preferences

Skills

Food safety

Allergen awareness

Cultural awareness

Communication

Education

City & Guilds 7051/7062

NVQ Level 2 or QCF

Job description

Jewish Care in London and the South East requires a Chef de Partie to join our catering team, preparing fresh, nutritious meals that meet dietary, cultural, and religious requirements. You will work with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver high standards and support stock and hygiene.

You will ensure meals are cooked safely, with attention to food hygiene, health and safety, and customer care across care homes, retirement living, and community centres.