About this role
Job summary The Relief Chef de Partie plays an important role within Jewish Cares Catering & Hospitality services, supporting the delivery of high-quality, nutritious, and culturally appropriate meals across our care homes and community services on an as and when required basis. Working flexibly across different sites, the postholder will assist the kitchen team in preparing, cooking, and presenting meals that meet residents dietary, nutritional, and cultural needs. The role includes overseeing a designated section of the kitchen, maintaining food hygiene and safety standards, supporting stock control, and contributing to efficient kitchen operations. This position is ideal for an experienced chef who is adaptable, team-focused, and committed to delivering excellent food that enhances wellbeing and daily living.
Main duties of the job We are seeking a flexible and experienced Relief Chef de Partie to join our Hospitality team. You will support the kitchen team across multiple sites, preparing and serving high-quality meals while ensuring excellent food hygiene, safety, and presentation standards. The role involves working within a designated kitchen section, assisting with menu preparation, maintaining stock levels, and ensuring all dietary, cultural, and nutritional requirements are met. As a relief worker, you will provide cover for absence as required, contributing to smooth kitchen operations and a positive dining experience for residents and service users. The successful candidate will have previous chef experience, strong food safety knowledge, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
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 around 12,000 people through residential care, nursing care, retirement living, housing with care, community support, mental health services, and wellbeing programmes. Our Catering & Hospitality teams play a vital role in supporting resident wellbeing by providing nutritious, culturally appropriate meals in warm, welcoming environments. Guided by values of excellence, integrity, compassion, innovation, and inclusiveness, we are committed to delivering high-quality services that enhance daily life and create meaningful experiences for all who use our services.
Job description Job responsibilities
We have an exciting opportunity to join our amazing Hospitality Team. We are looking for a Relief 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 is for a Relief/ BankChef de Partie working on an as and when required basis, to cover absence when needed.
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.
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Jewish Care
Address
Golders Green
NW11 9DQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://careers.jewishcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)