Chef de Partie — Caring, Nutritional Kitchen Leader

Avery Healthcare Group; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a Chef de Partie for Springwood Corner Care Home in Gravesend to support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in delivering nutritious, high-quality meals for residents.

You will participate in menu development, accommodate dietary needs, and help manage stock and costs within a caring, collaborative team environment. DBS check is required and will be funded by Avery.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Catering skills

Adaptability

Compassion

Team collaboration

Customer service

Education

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

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Avery Healthcare is seeking a Chef de Partie for Springwood Corner Care Home in Gravesend to support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in delivering nutritious, high-quality meals for residents.

You will participate in menu development, accommodate dietary needs, and help manage stock and costs within a caring, collaborative team environment. DBS check is required and will be funded by Avery.