Chef de Partie

Chef De Partie Opportunity at Richmond Village, Painswick

Are you a passionate and skilled Chef De Partie seeking a rewarding role within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation? Richmond Village, part of the esteemed Bupa family, is looking for an individual to join their team in Painswick. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a vibrant community, making a tangible difference in the lives of residents while advancing your culinary career.

What's On Offer:

• Competitive Compensation: Earn £13.65 per hour, coupled with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Stable Employment: This is a permanent, part-time position, offering consistent work.
• Desirable Working Hours: Shifts are from 10 am to 8 pm, with the flexibility of working two shifts out of seven. A key advantage is the absence of split shifts, ensuring a better work-life balance.
• Commitment to Your Growth: Bupa prioritizes employee development. You'll benefit from a thorough induction, ongoing training, access to apprenticeships, and a rich online portal with LinkedIn Learning resources.
• Valued Benefits Package: Beyond salary, you'll receive access to Bupa's global wellbeing program, "Viva," which encompasses mental, physical, financial, social, and environmental health. Specific benefits include:
  • My Healthcare: 24/7 access to remote GP, physiotherapy, and mental health support.
  • Healthcare Allowance: An annual allowance redeemable against Bupa healthcare products (approx. £350 value).
  • Perks: Paid breaks, a free meal on every shift, and a generous holiday allowance of 20 days plus bank holidays.
  • Long Service Rewards: Recognition and rewards for your commitment.
  • Financial Support: Interest-free annual travel loans and early access to earned wages via Wagestream.
  • Retirement Planning: Access to Bupa pension plans.
  • Family Support: Comprehensive parental leave schemes and a dedicated Menopause Plan.
  • Wellness Discounts: Access to discounts at various gyms and fitness facilities.
  • Sick Pay: A sick pay scheme that supplements statutory sick pay for frontline teams.

Key Responsibilities and What We're Looking For:

As a Chef De Partie, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional dining experiences to residents at Richmond Village. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and cooking food to the highest standards, adhering to all food hygiene regulations.
• Catering to diverse dietary needs and responding proactively to resident feedback.
• Assisting with meal preparation and service at the hotplate.
• Ensuring efficient stock rotation and minimal wastage.
• Maintaining a safe, welcoming, and compliant dining environment.
• Contributing to a clean and hygienic kitchen workspace.

Ideal candidates will possess:

• A genuine passion for food and prior experience in a professional kitchen.
• Experience catering for individuals with special dietary requirements is highly desirable.
• A solid understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Relevant qualifications such as an NVQ or equivalent, and a CIEH Level 2 Food Safety Award or equivalent are beneficial.
• An innovative, organized, and adaptable approach to cooking, maintaining high standards even during busy periods.
• Excellent teamwork skills and a commitment to collaborative success.
• A commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals, requiring a DBS check (fully covered by Bupa).

Why Choose Bupa?

Bupa is renowned for its commitment to health and wellbeing, both for its residents and its employees. As an organisation driven by a purpose to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, Bupa fosters a culture where diversity is celebrated, and every individual is encouraged to "Be you at Bupa." As a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, Bupa actively supports individuals with disabilities, offering interviews to all who meet the minimum criteria and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

This Chef De Partie role at Richmond Village presents a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission within a supportive and growth-oriented environment. If you are looking for a role where your culinary skills and dedication can make a real difference, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity.