Job summary
Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Chef de Partie at Chorleywood Manor Care Home in Hertfordshire. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Chef de Partie will be to support the Head Chef and Sous Chef to lead a culinary team that provides a nutritionally balanced, comprehensive and high-quality culin
Main duties of the job
The position of Chef de Partie at Avery Healthcare involves supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in leading a culinary team to provide a nutritionally balanced and high-quality culinary service. You will participate in meetings with residents and department heads to discuss catering functions and address special dietary needs. Your responsibilities also include preparing nutritional food and beverages according to the Head Chef's directions, supporting cost-effective stock control systems to minimize waste, and collaborating with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop and review the menu regularly. To be successful in this role, you should embody Avery's values of being caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable. Candidates should possess a catering qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent, a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, and a minimum of one year's catering experience. Demonstrating compassion and commitment to delivering high-quality culinary service, and being adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice are essential attributes.
About us
Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, committed to offering exceptional care across its network of over 100 homes. Avery believes that later years should be as enriching as any other, focusing on creating meaningful experiences for its residents and team members. The organization is centered around a vision of 'creating meaningful lives together,' fostering a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Avery places a strong emphasis on respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care, ensuring that employees experience a culture that celebrates their hard work and supports their career development. By joining Avery, you become part of an award-winning team dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of residents and creating a fulfilling work environment for staff.
Details
- Date posted: 30 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £15.50 an hour
- Contract: Bank
- Working pattern: Flexible working
- Reference number: 1522338412
- Job locations: Avery Healthcare, Chorleywood, WD3 5TQ, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.
When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.
Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Chef de Partie at Chorleywood Manor Care Home in Hertfordshire. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Your focus as Chef de Partie will be to support the Head Chef and Sous Chef to lead a culinary team that provides a nutritionally balanced, comprehensive and high-quality culinary service, which contributes to the overall wellbeing of the residents.
Other responsibilities will include:
- Taking part in meetings with residents and Heads of Departments to discuss and agree catering functions across the home, and to address special needs or dietary requirements of residents.
- Preparing nutritional food and beverages to a high standard, as directed by the Head Chef.
- Supporting cost-effective stock control systems to minimise waste and ensure these are in place.
- Working with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop and review the menu on a regular basis.
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all that you do.
Our ideal candidate must:
- Hold a catering qualification such as City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent.
- Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
- Have a minimum of 1-year catering experience.
- Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality culinary services to residents.
- Be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.
Please note this role will require:
- A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ or equivalent, Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
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This advert is for Chef de Partie - Bank with Avery Healthcare Group Ltd. in Knowle, Midlands, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £15.50 an hour. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 21 Jul 2026.
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