Chef – Brecon, Powys

Holroyd Howe; Brecon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Brecon is looking for a Chef to assist in kitchen operations. The role involves planning and cooking meals, ensuring high food quality standards, and contributing to a positive team environment. Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, a commitment to food safety, and strong customer service skills. This position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Additional leave

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Flexible schedule

On-site parking

Health & wellbeing programme

Team events scheduled throughout the year

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Preferred 2 years of experience as a Chef.
• Ability to work in a team and assist fellow chefs.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in kitchen operations.
• Prepare and cook menu items as directed.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and customer service.

Skills

Team player

Customer service oriented

Strong cooking skills

Job description

Company Description

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 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!

Job Description

Job Title: Chef

Reporting to: Head Chef

Overall Objectives: To assist the Head Chef in the kitchen operation and ensure the company’s reputation for food quality is maintained at all times.

Specific Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and cook menu items as directed by the Sous/Head Chef.
• Assist in the development and planning of menus, including future food trends, and be passionate about developing new styles of service and concepts in the location.
• Assist with stock taking when required.
• Carry out the smooth and efficient running of your section as appropriate.
• Prepare and cook desserts.
• Prepare match tea, deli and packed meal offerings as required.

Client Service

• Ensure customers receive a prompt and efficient service and expectations are consistently exceeded.
• Be customer-focused at all times, approachable and quick to exceed expectations in fulfilling customer needs.

People

• Be a team player, assisting other team members when necessary.
• Treat members of the team at location as you would expect to be treated.
• Demonstrate and instruct Commis Chefs in food preparation and cooking skills as directed by the Sous/Head Chef.

Financial Management

• Compile all food orders for sections under your supervision, ensuring food standards and cost are agreed with the Head Chef; ensure stock, deliveries and wastage are all checked and recorded in line with company and food standards.
• Gain an understanding of food costing, sales mix and menu planning.

Health & Safety, Food Safety, the Environment

• Adhere to the company’s Food Safety, Hygiene, and Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Rigorously follow the company cleaning schedules.
• Ensure that food storage areas are maintained in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures.

Additional Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for contributing towards your own development with the guidance of the Sous/Head Chef and attend training courses as identified.
• Show commitment to company values in all aspects of your role.
• Act as a positive ambassador for the business.
• Attend to any reasonable request made by the client or Holroyd Howe Management.
• Attend training sessions when required.
• Ensure compliance with the company’s policy on safer recruitment and safeguarding children and young adults at all times while at work.
• General shift patterns: 6:00–2:30 / 11:00–7:30, 5 out of 7 days.

Benefits

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Prestigious working environments
• Team events scheduled throughout the year
• Pension scheme
• Competitive salary

Schedule

• 8‑hour shift, Monday to Friday, weekend availability.
• General shift patterns: 7:00–3:30 / 11:00–7:30.

Experience

• Chef: 2 years (preferred)

Additional Information

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.

Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding

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. Shortlisted applicants will also be required to provide information regarding any criminal offences.

Appointment Conditions

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