Chef de Partie - Innovative Kitchen Lead (Multi-Site)

Jewish Care; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Care is seeking a Chef de Partie to support the Sous Chef in delivering catering functions within Homes and Community Centres. You will help manage all catering services, uphold food standards, health & safety, and lead a team with clear communication.

You will oversee one area of the kitchen, develop menu presentation, and ensure compliance with dietary, cultural, and religious requirements to provide excellent resident experiences.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 7051/7062 or equivalent qualification.
• Health & Hygiene NVQ Level 2 or QCF equivalent.
• Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in multi-site operations.
• Experience of high standard food preparation.
• Knowledge of dietary requirements and allergen awareness.
• Knowledge of cultural requirements and producing a varied menu.
• Awareness of waste disposal techniques and infection control.
• Awareness of COSHH and CQC regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef and Sous Chef to manage and deliver catering services across the organisation.
• Ensure food hygiene and Health & Safety practices are monitored and recorded.
• Oversee all food production to the agreed standard.
• Develop innovative approaches to presentation, menu planning and procedures.
• Review and update the menu to reflect seasonal changes and trends.
• Meet special dietary needs and respect cultural and religious preferences.

Skills

Proven chef experience

Dietary/allergen knowledge

Cultural/religious dietary awareness

Food safety COSHH/CQC

High standard food preparation

Team and communication skills

Education

City & Guilds 7051/7062 or equivalent

Health & Hygiene NVQ Level 2 or QCF equivalent

Job description

Jewish Care is seeking a Chef de Partie to support the Sous Chef in delivering catering functions within Homes and Community Centres. You will help manage all catering services, uphold food standards, health & safety, and lead a team with clear communication.

You will oversee one area of the kitchen, develop menu presentation, and ensure compliance with dietary, cultural, and religious requirements to provide excellent resident experiences.