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Job summary
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Weekend Chef de Partie to join our team at Sidney Corob House, Jewish Cares residential mental health service in West Hampstead. You will play an important role in providing nutritious, appetising and high-quality meals for residents, recognising the contribution that good food and a positive dining experience can make to everyday wellbeing. Working as part of the kitchen team, you will oversee food preparation and production, ensure meals are prepared and presented to a high standard, and help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming kitchen environment. You will take responsibility for maintaining food hygiene and health and safety standards, managing stock and minimising waste. You will also ensure residents individual dietary requirements and preferences are understood and catered for, while contributing to a positive, supportive environment where residents feel valued and respected.
Main duties of the job
Are you a talented chef who enjoys creating great food and making a positive difference to people's lives? We are looking for a Weekend Chef de Partie to join our team at Sidney Corob House, our residential mental health service in West Hampstead. You will prepare and deliver nutritious, high-quality meals, maintain excellent kitchen and food hygiene standards, and ensure residents' individual dietary needs and preferences are met. If you have professional kitchen experience, a recognised chef qualification and a passion for good food, we would love to hear from you.
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 more than 12,000 people, delivered by over 1,200 dedicated colleagues across residential care, nursing, retirement living, community support, social work, and mental health services. We provide care that is Jewish at heart, supporting older people and their families every step of the way while welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds. Guided by our values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusiveness, we are committed to delivering high-quality services where people feel valued, respected, and able to live meaningful lives.
Details
Date posted
12 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£16.54 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
VPC39AB1CF
Job locations
West Hampstead
NW6 1DN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Ready for your next kitchen opportunity? Join us as a part-time Chef de Partie.
This post is part time for 20 hours per week (8am to 7pm) working weekends with the option to pick up extra shifts during the week.
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.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Ready for your next kitchen opportunity? Join us as a part-time Chef de Partie.
This post is part time for 20 hours per week (8am to 7pm) working weekends with the option to pick up extra shifts during the week.
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.
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
West Hampstead
NW6 1DN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://careers.jewishcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Jewish Care
Address
West Hampstead
NW6 1DN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://careers.jewishcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)