Compassionate Chef de Partie — Kitchen Team Lead

NHS Jobs; Esher; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Chef de Partie for Esher Manor Care Home in Esher, Surrey. The role supports the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver nutritionally balanced, high-quality meals, contributing to residents’ wellbeing.

You will participate in meetings, adapt to short-notice duties, and help maintain cost-efficient stock control while working with the culinary team to review menus regularly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year catering experience.
• Caring, compassionate approach to residents.
• Willingness to adapt to a range of duties.
• Demonstrates commitment to high-quality culinary services.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef and Sous Chef to lead a culinary team.
• Prepare nutritionally balanced, high-quality meals for residents.
• Contribute to cost-effective stock control and waste reduction.
• Assist in regular menu development and reviews.

Skills

Catering experience

Flexibility

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Education

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

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Chef de Partie for Esher Manor Care Home in Esher, Surrey. The role supports the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver nutritionally balanced, high-quality meals, contributing to residents’ wellbeing.

You will participate in meetings, adapt to short-notice duties, and help maintain cost-efficient stock control while working with the culinary team to review menus regularly.