Company Description

Job Title: Chef de PartieLocation:

Bedes Senior SchoolSalary:

£14.50 per hour

(£26,660 per annum)Contract:

46 Paid Weeks (Term Time + 5.6 Weeks Out of Term Activity + 5.6 Weeks Holiday)Hours:

40 hours per week, 5 out of 7 daysTransport:

Own transport requiredWhy Join Us?Competitive salary of

£14.50 per hou r which equates to -

£26,660 per year

46 paid weeks

per year, offering a great work-life balance

Work in a

supportive team environment

within a well-established school

Alternate weekends - ensuring you maintain a positive work life balance (3 weekends per term)

Enjoy time off during school holidays

Opportunity to

develop your culinary skills

in a professional kitchen setting

About the RoleAs a

Chef de Partie , you will be an integral part of our kitchen team, supporting the preparation and service of high-quality meals for students and staff. You will assist with food preparation, maintain high food hygiene standards, and ensure smooth kitchen operations.What Were Looking ForExperience in a similar role within a high-volume kitchen

Strong food preparation and presentation skills

A good understanding of

kitchen health and safety regulations

Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards

Own transport required

due to the location

If youre passionate about food and want to work in a fantastic school setting, wed love to hear from you!

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and dedicated Chef de Partie to join our culinary team in Lower Dicker, United Kingdom. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled chef to contribute their expertise to our kitchen for 46 weeks per year.Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes within your speciality sectionEnsure all food is cooked to the required standard and presented in a timely mannerMaintain a clean and organised work station, adhering to food safety and hygiene regulationsAssist in menu planning and development of new dishesSupervise and train junior kitchen staff within your sectionManage stock levels and assist with ordering supplies as neededCollaborate with other chefs to ensure smooth kitchen operationsContribute to the overall efficiency and success of the kitchen team

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar roleCulinary degree or diploma from a recognised institutionCurrent Food Safety CertificationExcellent knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and culinary trendsStrong organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environmentProficiency in operating various kitchen equipment and toolsAbility to work effectively as part of a team and lead junior staffCreativity and passion for creating exceptional culinary experiencesFlexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidaysPhysical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy items when requiredSpecialisation in a particular area of cuisine (e.g., sauces, pastry, fish) is desirableCommitment to working 46 weeks per year in Lower Dicker, United Kingdom

Additional Information

There are many advantages to working for us and we provide our employees with bespoke benefits which include:Free meals whilst at workCareer development opportunitiesHIT Apprenticeships for all experience levelsReward and recognition schemesPeople awards to celebrate our employeesWork/life balanceEmployee Benefits PlatformEmployee Assistance ProgramRecommend a friend schemeCompany sick pay schemePrestigious working environmentsTeam events scheduled throughout the year28 Holiday days inclusive of bank holidaysPension schemeCompetitive salaryWe 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 young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.IND3

TPBN1_UKCT