Job Description

Position: Chef de Partie
Contract Type: Temporary, Full Time
Pay: 16 per hour + Holiday Pay + Benefits
Location: Hackney, London

Are you a passionate Chef de Partie looking to make a real difference? Adecco Romford & London East are seeking a skilled and flexible Chef de Partie to join a dedicated catering team within a care environment, helping to provide high-quality, nutritious meals for patients, visitors and staff.

Working across a Production Kitchen, Caf /Restaurant and ward kitchens, you will play a key role in delivering outstanding food quality, maintaining exceptional hygiene standards and supporting a compassionate care environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh, high-quality meals, including breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Support menu planning and contribute ideas for menu development and service improvements
• Supervise and guide Catering Assistants, Porters
• Ensure full compliance with Food Safety, HACCP, Health & Safety, COSHH and company procedures
• Complete food safety documentation and maintain accurate records
• Carry out cleaning and equipment maintenance checks to ensure a safe and hygienic kitchen environment

What We're Looking For

• Previous Chef de Partie or strong Chef experience within a high-volume catering environment
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene, food safety and health & safety standards
• Ability to lead by example and support junior team members
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
• A flexible and proactive approach with the ability to adapt to changing service needs
• Passion for delivering high-quality food with exceptional customer service

Flexibility Required

• This is a 5 days out of 7 rota-based role
• Availability to work weekends, bank holidays and religious festivals is essential

If you're looking for a rewarding culinary role where your work truly impacts people's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Claire or Hannah at Adecco Romford & London East (option 2) ASAP

Why work with Adecco:
Annual leave entitlement
Perks at work - discount vouchers and points to spend
Support program with 24/7 helpline
Eye care vouchers
Competitive pension scheme

An Enhanced DBS is essential for the role.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A registered Enhanced DBS check is advantageous, or you must be happy to have one processed at a cost.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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