Chef de Partie

NHS; Bushey; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a Chef de Partie to join its culinary team in Bushey. This role involves supporting the Head Chef in delivering high-quality meals and managing stock control. Ideal candidates should have a catering qualification and at least one year of experience. Join a supportive environment where your contributions make a real difference.

Qualifications

• Catering qualification (e.g. City & Guilds or NVQ) required.
• At least 1 year of catering experience.
• Flexibility to adapt responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in leading the culinary team.
• Prepare nutritional meals and beverages to high standards.
• Collaborate on menu development and review.

Skills

Compassion

Adaptability

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, committed to creating meaningful experiences for residents and employees alike. As a Chef de Partie, you will support the culinary team in delivering high-quality, nutritionally balanced meals that contribute to the overall wellbeing of the residents.

Main duties of the job

As a Chef de Partie, your focus will be to support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in leading a culinary team that provides a comprehensive and high-quality catering service. You will be responsible for preparing nutritional food and beverages, supporting cost-effective stock control, and collaborating with the leadership team to develop and review the menu.

About us

Avery Healthcare is a leading provider of luxury elderly care homes in the UK. They are committed to creating a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered to deliver exceptional care to their residents.

Job responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in leading the culinary team.
• Preparing nutritional meals and beverages to a high standard.
• Supporting stock control to minimize waste.
• Collaborating on menu development and review.
• Participating in meetings with residents and departments to address dietary needs.

About you

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold a catering qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent.
• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Have at least 1 year of catering experience.
• Demonstrate compassion and commitment to high-quality service.
• Be flexible and adaptable to responsibilities at short notice.

Additional requirements

• DBS Disclosure check (cost covered by Avery Healthcare).
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This role is active and accepting applications.