Culinary Lead for Elderly Care Kitchen

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Cookham Rise; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Chef De Partie at Cliveden Manor Care Home in Cliveden. You will support the Head Chef and Sous Chef to lead a culinary team delivering a nutritionally balanced, high-quality culinary service for residents.

Join our award-winning team and contribute to compassionate, high‑standard dining across a growing network; DBS check is covered, and opportunities to learn and develop are encouraged within Avery's caring culture.

Qualifications

• DBS disclosure check paid by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
• Minimum of 1 year catering experience.

Responsibilities

• Taking part in meetings with residents and Heads of Departments to discuss catering functions and residents' dietary needs.
• Preparing nutritional food and beverages to a high standard under supervision of Head Chef.
• Supporting cost‑effective stock control systems to minimise waste and ensure processes are in place.
• Working with Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop and review the menu regularly.

Skills

Catering experience

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Catering qualification (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 at Cliveden Manor Care Home in Cliveden. You will support the Head Chef and Sous Chef to lead a culinary team delivering a nutritionally balanced, high-quality culinary service for residents.

Join our award-winning team and contribute to compassionate, high‑standard dining across a growing network; DBS check is covered, and opportunities to learn and develop are encouraged within Avery's caring culture.