Chef de Partie (Part Time)
This is a Permanent, Part Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The vacancy
Permanent
2 part-time roles available (0800-1400)
4 days per week with overtime available
We are currently looking for two part-time Chef De Parties to help deliver an in-house catering service and provide a continuous service with no disruptions. This role is part-time, and you will be working closely with our Head Chef. The 24 hours will be split over 4 days on a rota based system with every weekend required.
There is the option of picking up regular overtime at other sites located around the Bedford area.
We are looking for an experienced individual who is adaptable to different situations. A highly motivated character, able to show self-discipline in the way they work and who has high standards when it comes to cleanliness and food quality.
Our work in Retirement Living is no exception. We believe in creating modern communities where over-55s can live in desirable, social, independent spaces. Safe in the knowledge that we have extra tailored care and support available if it’s needed.
This is all possible thanks to our dedicated and passionate Retirement Living team. A team that you could be part of.
What you will be doing:
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Running the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef and managing the staff to provide a consistent service to the residents.
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Support other kitchen staff with training and development in collaboration with the Head Chef.
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Support the Head Chef to develop a catering service to meet the residents' expectations, including creating menus, considering dietary requirements and providing healthy, varied meals.
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Ensure all kitchen equipment is checked and maintained in accordance with health and safety regulations, policies and procedures.
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Ensure that due diligence in Hygiene and Food Safety is maintained at all times.
We’d love to meet someone with:
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Experience of sourcing and purchasing cost effective catering supplies
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Good working knowledge of Food Safety legislation and health and safety procedures.
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Good working knowledge of current food trends and special dietary requirements taking into account seasonal variations, cultural preferences and any special dietary requirements.
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Knowledge of handling and operation of catering equipment.
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Experience of working in a similar environment, ensuring that residents receive a healthy and varied choice of meals.
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Experience of events and functions catering.
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Appropriate food hygiene certificate
Amongst what we offer you is:
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A competitive salary of up to £27,300 per annum (pro rata)
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28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays
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A generous contributory pension scheme
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Private health care
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Free life assurance
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Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym
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Opportunities for learning and development
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Discounted gym membership
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Retail discount scheme
Please note the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS application.
Closing date: 23rd May 2025
Interview date: To be confirmed
We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible.
INDHIGH
About us
bpha is a Housing Association located in the Oxford to Cambridge arc, which is committed to providing its customers with high quality, value for money services whilst continuing to develop energy efficient, sustainable and affordable housing.
We are a leading provider and developer of affordable homes – for rent, sheltered, residential care and shared ownership.
We work together with communities – to improve opportunities, independence and quality of life for our residents, and to benefit the wider community. We bring people together, and run and support a wide range of community activities.
All the money we make is used to invest in existing homes, to enable us to build new homes, and to deliver new and improved services.
We own or manage over 19,500 homes and over 500 staff.
Our vision and values
To build communities where people can live happily in a home they can afford.
Our values underpin the work that we do and are ingrained in our culture at bpha. We are looking for people who can share these values and translate them into day-to-day practices for the benefit of our communities, customers and fellow colleagues. So that we can realise our vision, together.
We are ambitious
We are better together
We show empathy
We take responsibility
Benefits
We believe that benefits should be more than just perks. For us, they aren’t simply little extras added on at the end, they’re fundamental parts of what we stand for, from the very beginning. As standard.
That’s why at bpha, we reward our employees by making sure we give them a supportive and caring environment, that empowers them to be happy, healthy and inspired, every day.
- Holiday entitlement of 28-33 days a year, plus public holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Competitive pay
- Life assurance cover
- Private healthcare
- Mental Health First Aid
- Counselling service
- Eye tests
- Discounted gym membership
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Free annual flu jabs
- Wellbeing activities and events
- Free fruit and refreshments
- Long service award
- Annual staff recognition awards
- Discretionary reward scheme
- Annual volunteering day
- Social events, clubs and activities
- Breakout areas
- Onsite cafe/restaurant at headquarters
- Opportunities for professional training and qualifications
- Workshops and training sessions for new skills
- A fresh and modern eLearning platform
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