Chef de Partie: Elevate Dining in Luxury Care Home

Connaught Care Collection; Chichester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay enhancements for Bank Holidays

Free on-site meals

Free uniform

Free DBS check

Annual Pay Reviews

Continuous training and progression

Annual Health Checks

Job summary

Connaught Care Collection is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join the luxury Waterhaven Place Care Home kitchen. You’ll prepare high-quality, nutritious dishes, mentor junior colleagues, and help manage a designated section to ensure smooth, clockwork service.

You’ll work under the Sous and Head Chefs, follow dietary requirements and allergen protocols, contribute to seasonal menus, and uphold food hygiene.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen role (hospitality or care experience a bonus)
• Ideally a Level 3 in Catering Services, Food Hygiene and HCAPP
• Passion for cooking and presenting food that looks good and feels personal
• An understanding of specialist diets, allergens, and resident-led preferences (training can be provided)
• A calm, organised approach and the ability to stay cool under pressure
• A genuine belief that food should nourish the body and lift the spirit

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality, nutritious dishes in line with daily menus and dietary needs
• Work closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef to ensure smooth, efficient service
• Take ownership of a designated section of the kitchen, ensuring it runs like clockwork
• Assist in supervising and mentoring junior team members, leading by example
• Ensure strict adherence to food hygiene, health & safety, and allergen protocols
• Contribute ideas for seasonal menus and themed events that surprise and delight our residents

Skills

Chef de Partie

Level 3 Catering

Food Hygiene

HCAPP

Allergens

Education

Level 3 Catering Services

Food Hygiene

HCAPP

Job description

Connaught Care Collection is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join the luxury Waterhaven Place Care Home kitchen. You’ll prepare high-quality, nutritious dishes, mentor junior colleagues, and help manage a designated section to ensure smooth, clockwork service.

You’ll work under the Sous and Head Chefs, follow dietary requirements and allergen protocols, contribute to seasonal menus, and uphold food hygiene.