Chef de Partie

NHS; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury elderly care provider in Rickmansworth is seeking a Chef de Partie. This role involves preparing high-quality meals and supporting the culinary team. The ideal candidate should possess a catering qualification and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate while demonstrating compassion and adaptability in a dynamic kitchen environment. This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary of £15 to £16 an hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year catering experience in a professional kitchen.
• Hold a valid Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Catering qualification like NVQ or City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in culinary service.
• Prepare high-quality, nutritional meals.
• Manage stock control systems to minimize waste.

Skills

Catering experience

Adaptability

Compassion

Education

Catering qualification (City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ)

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Overview

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

Job responsibilities

Your focus as Chef de Partie will be to support the Head Chef and Sous Chef to lead a culinary team that provides a nutritionally balanced, comprehensive and high-quality culinary service, which contributes to the overall wellbeing of the residents. Other responsibilities will include:

• Taking part in meetings with residents and Heads of Departments to discuss and agree catering functions across the home, and to address special needs or dietary requirements of residents.
• Preparing nutritional food and beverages to a high standard, as directed by the Head Chef.
• Supporting cost-effective stock control systems to minimise waste and ensure these are in place.
• Working with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop and review the menu on a regular basis.

About you

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all that you do.

Our ideal candidate must:

• Hold a catering qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent.
• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Have a minimum of 1-year catering experience.
• Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality culinary services to residents.
• Be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

About Avery

At Avery, were not just one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes—we are a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and we're passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Role requirements

This role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Please note this role may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Package details

Shift Details: 7 am - 7 pm

Salary: £15 to £16 an hour

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Location: Avery Healthcare, Chorleywood, WD3 5TQ

Date posted: 02 September 2025