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Posted 37 days ago

We have an exciting opportunity for a Relief Chef de Partie to join our Hospitality Team, supporting the delivery of high-quality catering services across our Homes and Community Centres. Working on a bank/relief basis, you will provide cover as required, playing a key role in ensuring excellent food quality and service standards. This is a great opportunity for an experienced chef looking for flexibility while contributing to a supportive, values-driven organisation.

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.

You will support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in delivering high-quality catering services, ensuring residents’ dignity, safety, and preferences are always respected. Your responsibilities will include overseeing food preparation to agreed standards, maintaining food hygiene and Health & Safety compliance, and supporting menu planning that reflects seasonal changes, dietary needs, and cultural requirements. You may take responsibility for a section of the kitchen, contribute to innovative menu development, and help ensure excellent customer care. You will also support effective team working, maintain accurate records, and uphold all organisational standards.

You are a skilled and experienced chef with a recognised qualification such as City & Guilds 7051/7062 (or equivalent) and a Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification. You have a strong background in food preparation, ideally within a multi-site or high-volume environment, and a good understanding of dietary requirements, allergens, and cultural food needs. You are organised, reliable, and confident working as part of a team, with knowledge of Health & Safety, COSHH, and relevant regulations. You take pride in delivering high standards and are committed to continuous improvement.

Our Benefits include: • 4% pension contribution (Legal and General) • 2 x salary - Life Insurance. • A huge range of discounts at major retailers and supermarkets • 24/7 access to a GP either online or on the phone • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential advice. • Our Wellbeing Hub which contains lots of articles and support with mental and physical wellness, free fitness, and yoga videos and lots more • Career development opportunities and access to our online learning management system • Free DBS check where the role requires

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