Chef de Partie - Bank

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

Job summary

A leading care home provider is seeking a Chef de Partie to support their culinary team in Chorleywood. This temporary role offers a competitive hourly rate of £15.50 to £16.00. You will assist in providing high-quality meals and support cost-effective stock control. The ideal candidate will have a catering qualification, a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, and at least a year of experience in catering. Join us to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Must hold a catering qualification.
• Must have Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Minimum 1-year catering experience required.
• Demonstrate compassion for high-quality culinary services.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in service.
• Prepare high-quality nutritional meals.
• Participate in meetings regarding catering functions.
• Support stock control and minimize waste.

Skills

Catering qualification (e.g., City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ)

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Catering experience

Compassion and commitment to quality service

Flexibility and adaptability

Job description

Job Summary

This role as a Chef de Partie at Avery Healthcare in Chorleywood offers a temporary position with a competitive hourly rate of £15.50 to £16.00. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in providing high‑quality culinary service that contributes to the overall wellbeing of residents.

Main Duties

As a Chef de Partie, your focus will be to assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef in leading a culinary team that delivers a nutritionally balanced, comprehensive, and high‑quality food service. This will involve preparing nutritious meals and beverages, participating in meetings with residents and department heads, supporting cost‑effective stock control, and collaborating to develop and review the menu.

About Us

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. The company values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability are at the heart of its operations, fostering a positive and empowering work environment.

Details

Date Posted: 13 November 2025

Pay Scheme: Other

Salary: £15.50 to £16 an hour

Contract: Bank

Working Pattern: Flexible working

Reference Number: 1425862226

Location: Avery Healthcare, Chorleywood, WD3 5TQ

Package Description

At Avery Healthcare, we support the people who care for our residents. We celebrate and support you every step of the way. You’ll make a positive impact on residents’ lives each day; your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. We are committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. We value respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.

About the Role

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, we are 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 are 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.

Requirements

Please note 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.

Disclosure & Barring

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and, as such, it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer Details

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Avery Healthcare

Chorleywood

WD3 5TQ

Website: https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/