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 Care’s 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/ Bank Chef 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 resident’s 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.
Jewish Care is the largest provider of health and social care services for the Jewish community in the UK. Every week, we touch the lives of 10,000 people. We provide services to a range of people including older people, people with mental health needs and people living with dementia.
Our five values are at the heart of the way we work. They drive how we act as individuals and as an organisation and shape our culture. We value Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusivity.
Jewish Care operate a rolling recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert once a suitable candidate has been identified.
