Chef De Partie (Full Time -37.5 hours)

Bring your culinary experience to a role where great food can make a meaningful difference every day. As a Chef de Partie with Jewish Care, you will help prepare and deliver high-quality meals for residents, taking pride in food presentation, variety, hygiene and individual dietary needs. You will work as part of a supportive kitchen team, contributing to menu planning and ensuring meals reflect seasonal ingredients as well as cultural and religious preferences. We are looking for a qualified and experienced Chef who is organised, creative and passionate about maintaining high standards. If you enjoy working collaboratively, care about the experience of those you serve, and want to develop your skills within a values-led organisation, this could be the opportunity for you.

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.

Jewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Every week, we support thousands of older people, families, and individuals through residential care, nursing care, retirement living, community services, mental health support, and social work.

Our services are built around dignity, compassion, and inclusion, creating environments where people can live meaningful lives. Guided by our values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusiveness, we are committed to delivering outstanding care while investing in our colleagues through training, development, and a supportive working environment. By joining Jewish Care, you will become part of a dedicated team making a positive difference to the lives of the people and communities we support.

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