Chef de Partie

Holroyd Howe; Buckingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading contract caterer as a Chef de Partie at a prestigious independent school in Buckingham. You'll create inspiring meals, supervise kitchen staff, and maintain high food safety standards. Enjoy a well-organized schedule with great benefits.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Enhanced maternity leave

Bespoke training and development

Pension and life insurance

Discounts on HAPI app

Access to employee assistance programme

Free meals whilst at work

HIT Apprenticeships

Qualifications

• Experience in contract catering or educational settings preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and presentation of all dishes meet standards.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff.
• Collaborate with the catering team for special events.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Shifts: 5 shifts over 7 days including weekends. Every third weekend off.

Salary: £32,000 per annum + amazing benefits!

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• 24 weeks’ enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals whilst at work
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

Are you a Chef de Partie looking for a rewarding opportunity? Join us at one of our most prestigious independent schools as a Chef de Partie and help create meals that inspire our students.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chef de Partie with a background in exceptional food catering services to join our business and work at one of our highly prestigious education settings.

Nestled in the heart of Buckingham, this prestigious independent school, Stowe School, caters for up to 3,000 pupils, as well as boarders and staff, and includes breakfast, lunch, and supper service, along with extensive hospitality services. This operates 7 days a week, but you will work 5 days over 7 with a well-organised schedule to help you maintain a positive work-life balance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Chef de Partie to make a name for themselves within our contract catering company and set a new standard for education catering.

Job Description

As a Chef de Partie, you will collaborate with our culinary team to craft flavorful dishes that nourish both body and mind.

You should have excellent presentation, organizational, and communication skills, a passion for food & service, and enthusiasm.

• Ensure the quality and presentation of all dishes meet company standards and client expectations.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff and assistants, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Oversee stock control and ordering to maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing waste.
• Collaborate with the catering team to execute special events, themed dinners, and culinary initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment, following health and safety regulations.
• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef with administrative tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and record-keeping of food costs and inventory.
• Stay updated on industry trends, culinary techniques, and new ingredients to enhance menus and dining experiences.
• Foster a positive working environment through leadership, effective communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within contract catering or educational settings 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.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Enthusiastic and fun personality.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Team player who enjoys working collaboratively.
• Flexible approach to work.

Additional Information

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh, innovative food services exclusively to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering to meet the specific needs of children of all ages.

We invest in training and development to equip our teams with the right skills for success. Our teams customize catering services to satisfy the unique needs of each school, creating engaging and fun dining experiences, such as tasting tables, theme days, food theatre, chef demonstrations, and supplier showcases.

We pride ourselves on:

Sustainability

Sustainability is central to our ethos; we source ethically and prepare meals with nutrition in mind. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch with nutritious ingredients.

We offer a wide range of training opportunities, attracting chefs passionate about culinary excellence and innovation.

Our engaging activities include tasting tables, theme days, food theatre, chef demos, and supplier showcases, making mealtimes exploratory and fun, helping students develop a healthy relationship with food.

“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are regarded as regulated activity, requiring an Enhanced DBS check, including a Barred List Check. Shortlisted applicants will need to provide appropriate criminal offence information.”

This appointment is contingent upon satisfactory professional references.