Chef de Partie (Bank) – Care Home Kitchen

About the role

We are seeking a warm, enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join the culinary team at Esher Manor Care Home. In this bank position you will support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in delivering high‑quality, nutritionally balanced meals that enhance residents’ wellbeing.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef in preparing nutritious food and beverages to a high standard.
• Participate in meetings with residents and department heads to discuss catering functions and special dietary requirements.
• Support cost‑effective stock control and waste minimisation.
• Help develop and regularly review the menu.

Required profile

• Hold a catering qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2, NVQ or equivalent.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Minimum of one year’s experience in a catering environment.
• Demonstrate compassion, adaptability and the ability to cover responsibilities at short notice.

Required skills

• Food Hygiene

What we offer

• A supportive, respectful workplace focused on resident care.
• Opportunities for learning and career development within a large care provider.
• Competitive hourly rate.