Chef de Partie: Nutritional Care Kitchen Lead

Avery Healthcare Group

Gravesend

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 34,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group in Gravesend is seeking a Chef de Partie to support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in leading a culinary team that provides a nutritionally balanced, comprehensive and high-quality culinary service for our residents. You will participate in meetings, prepare nutritious meals, manage stock to minimise waste, and help develop menus.

The role requires a catering qualification, Basic Food Hygiene, and at least 1 year of catering experience.

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.