Chef de Partie - Bank

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Chef de Partie where your culinary skills will shine! This role offers the opportunity to support a dedicated team in providing exceptional, nutritionally balanced meals for residents in a luxury elderly care home. With a commitment to creating meaningful lives together, you'll be part of an inspiring environment that values your contributions and fosters a culture of respect and compassion. If you're passionate about food and making a positive impact on people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Catering qualification and at least 1 year of experience required.
• Compassion and dedication to quality culinary service are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support culinary team in providing high-quality meals.
• Assist in stock control and contribute to menu development.

Skills

Catering experience

Nutritional food preparation

Stock control

Menu development

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, offering exceptional care across their growing network of over 100 homes. They are a place where people love to work, with a vision of 'creating meaningful lives together' and a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day.

Main duties of the job

As a Chef de Partie at Avery Healthcare, your focus 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. You will be responsible for preparing nutritional food and beverages to a high standard, supporting cost-effective stock control systems, and working with the management team to develop and review the menu.

About us

Avery Healthcare is a leading provider of luxury elderly care homes in the UK, with a vision of 'creating meaningful lives together' and a commitment to offering exceptional care and a supportive, inspiring environment for both residents and employees.

Details

• Date posted: 09 May 2025
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £14 to £14.50 an hour
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: 1299518263
• Job locations: Esher, KT10 9HJ

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Support the culinary team to provide high-quality, nutritionally balanced meals.
• Participate in meetings to discuss catering functions and dietary needs.
• Prepare nutritional food and beverages as directed.
• Assist in stock control to minimize waste.
• Contribute to menu development and review.

About you

To succeed, you should embody values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability. 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.
• Show compassion and dedication to quality culinary service.
• Be flexible and adaptable to responsibilities at short notice.

Additional notes

This role requires a DBS Disclosure check (cost covered by Avery Healthcare) and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

We are committed to supporting our staff and fostering a culture of respect and compassion. Join us and make a positive impact on residents' lives every day.