Chef/Chef De Partie

Up to £27,872

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

Can you commit to feeding hungry tummies as well as hungry minds? We serve more than just a meal in our kitchens, so are you the exceptional Chef/Chef de Partie we’re looking for?

If you are looking for an employer that will invest in you and develop your career further, then look no further and apply!

We are seeking an experienced Chef/Chef de Partie with a background in exceptional food catering services to join our organisation and work at one of our prestigious educational establishments. This role is critical to our operations and requires a high level of professionalism and expertise.

As a Chef/Chef de Partie, you will be entrusted with the following key responsibilities:

1. Prepare and cook nutritious, high-quality meals for our young people, adhering to strict dietary guidelines and food safety standards.
2. Demonstrate exceptional culinary skills and attention to detail in food preparation and presentation.
3. Maintain impeccable organisational skills to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
4. Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, management, and other departments to ensure smooth service delivery.
5. Exhibit a profound commitment to food quality and customer satisfaction.
6. Adhere to and enforce all health and safety regulations within the kitchen environment.
7. Contribute to menu planning and development, incorporating current food trends while meeting nutritional requirements.
8. Manage time effectively to meet all meal service deadlines.
9. Work collaboratively within a team of experienced professionals.
10. Adapt to the specific requirements of a boarding school environment, including working one evening per week until 19:00 and occasional Saturdays.
11. Maintain a valid driver's licence and have access to personal car, as this is essential for the school is situated.

This position operates during term time only and requires a high level of dedication and professionalism to meet the standards expected in our prestigious educational setting.

The successful candidate must possess the following critical qualifications:

1. Substantial experience in educational catering, demonstrating a proven track record of excellence in this specialised field.
2. A progressive and distinguished career trajectory in the culinary arts, showcasing continuous professional growth and achievement.
3. Comprehensive knowledge of current food trends, with the ability to incorporate these into nutritionally balanced and appealing menus.
4. Demonstrable passion for food preparation and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
5. Thorough understanding and practical application of Health & Safety regulations within a professional kitchen environment.
6. Proficiency in implementing and adhering to in-house Food Management Systems, ensuring consistent quality and operational efficiency.
7. Expertise in managing strict allergy protocols, with a keen attention to detail in ingredient management and cross-contamination prevention.
8. Superior time management and organisational skills, with the ability to plan and execute multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

These qualifications are essential for maintaining the high standards of our prestigious educational establishment and ensuring the well-being of our young people.

There are many advantages to working for us and we provide our employees with bespoke benefits which include:

• Free meals whilst at work
• Career development opportunities
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
• Reward & recognition schemes
• People awards to celebrate our employees
• Work/life balance
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Prestigious working environments
• Team events scheduled throughout the year
• 28 Holiday days inclusive of bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Competitive salary

We invest in the training and development of our teams to give them the appropriate skills necessary to thrive in their job roles. We have outstanding teams of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children, of all ages, meeting the bespoke requirements of our clients.

“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity and therefore we require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List Check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding their criminal offences.”

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

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