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Posted 58 days ago

We have an exciting opportunity for a Weekend Chef de Partie to join our Hospitality Team, supporting the delivery of high-quality catering services across our Homes and Community Centres. This part-time role is 16 hours per week, working Saturdays (8:00am – 4:30pm) and Sundays (7:30am – 5:00pm). This is a great opportunity for an experienced chef looking for weekend work 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, while supporting effective team working and service delivery.

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 high-quality food preparation and a good understanding of dietary requirements, allergens, and cultural food needs. You are organised, reliable, and confident working within a team, with knowledge of Health & Safety, COSHH, and relevant regulations. You take pride in maintaining high standards and delivering excellent customer service.

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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