Senior Sous Chef - Minimal evenings required

As our Senior Sous Chef your focus is to work closely with your teams to develop a great work relationship and together provide the best customer service.

As well as having an excellent presentation, organisational and communication skills, you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for food & service and possess bags of enthusiasm.

• Craft imaginative and nutritionally balanced menus that cater to diverse tastes, dietary preferences, and nutritional needs of our students.


• Lead a dynamic kitchen team by example, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and efficiency.


• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality and service.


• Maintain strict adherence to health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and organised kitchen environment.
  
  Previous experience working in a similar role within a contract catering company or educational institution preferred.


• Culinary degree or relevant certifications from a recognized culinary institute.


• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices.


• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure in a high-volume kitchen environment.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.


• Fun and enthusiastic


• Have excellent organisation skills.


• Be a team player and enjoy succeeding as a team.


• Have a flexible approach to work.
  
  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.


To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

We pride ourselves on:

Sustainability

Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.

Nutrition

We take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients.

Food Innovation

We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team.

From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.


• 28 days holiday


• 3 volunteering days


• 3 days grandparent leave


• 24 week's enhanced maternity leave


• Bespoke training and development opportunities


• Pension and life insurance


• Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema


• Wellbeing hub


• Access to employee assistance programme


• Free meals whilst at work


• Career development opportunities


• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels


Are you a seasoned inspirational and creative Senior Sous Chef with a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a passionate Senior Sous Chef to be the driving force behind this prestigious independent school's culinary program.

Nestled in the heart of Buckingham, Stowe School is a prestigious independent school and one of our flagship sites. Catering for up to 1,000 pupils and serving 3,000 meals a day, we provide a comprehensive range of food services, including breakfast, lunch, and supper for boarders and staff, along with an extensive hospitality service. Operating 7 days a week, we ensure a well-organised schedule across our large team to help you maintain a positive work-life balance, with a typical work week being 5 days over 7.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate & upcoming Sous Chef who is a true foodie at heart and eager to advance their career. If you're enthusiastic about leading teams and crafting exceptional dining experiences, this role offers you the chance to develop into a Head Chef position and grow your career within our leading contract-catering company.
At Stowe School, you can make a name for yourself within the food service industry, setting new standards for educational catering in an iconic and stunning location.