Chef De PartieNHS

Job summary

The Chef de Partie will play a key role within Jewish Cares Hospitality Team, supporting the delivery of high-quality catering services across our care homes and community services. Working alongside the Head Chef and Sous Chef, the postholder will help manage catering operations, ensuring residents and service users receive nutritious, appealing meals that meet their individual dietary, cultural, and religious requirements. The role involves overseeing food preparation and production, maintaining excellent food safety and hygiene standards, supporting menu planning, and contributing to a positive dining experience. The postholder will also support the development of colleagues and ensure catering services are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with organisational standards.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie to join our Hospitality Team. You will support the delivery of high-quality food services across Jewish Cares care homes and community settings, helping to create meals that bring comfort, enjoyment, and connection to the people we support. Working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, you will oversee food preparation, maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene, and contribute ideas to menus and service improvements. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled chef who takes pride in their work, enjoys working as part of a team, and wants to make a meaningful difference through food and hospitality.

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity to join our amazing Hospitality Team. We are looking for a Chef de Partie to assist our Sous Chef in managing all catering functions and the delivery of Hotel Services within Jewish Cares Homes and Community Centres. The Chef de Partie may oversee one area of the kitchen and will be responsible for the effective delivery of food services and customer care to an excellent standard. Accountable for maintaining food standards, meeting Health & Safety Regulations, handling finances and managing/developing a team with effective communication.

This post will be working 5 out 7 days with a minimum expectation of 1 in 3 weekends and occasionally working late evenings to 10.30pm for special events. Typical shifts are 8am to 4pm or 10am to 6.30pm. You will be working an average of 37.5 hours per week.

What you will be doing:

• Supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef to manage and deliver all catering services across the organisation, ensuring residents liberty, dignity and safety are maintained
• Ensuring all food hygiene and Health & Safety practices are monitored and standards are met and recorded in line with organisational policies and current legislation
• Overseeing all food production is to the agreed standard
• Developing innovative approaches towards presentation of dishes, menu planning and procedures that will optimize the cooking process
• Reviewing and executing the menu on a regular basis, acknowledging seasonal changes in supplies, market trends and cultural requirements
• Meeting the special needs and dietary requirements of residents and demonstrating awareness of cultural and religious preferences.

What you will need:

• 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.

About us

Jewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Every week, our services support more than 12,000 people, delivered by over 1,200 dedicated colleagues across residential care, nursing, retirement living, community support, social work, and mental health services. We provide care that is Jewish at heart, supporting older people and their families every step of the way while welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds. Guided by our values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusiveness, we are committed to delivering high-quality services where people feel valued, respected, and able to live meaningful lives.