Chef de Partie

WSH Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering company located in Southampton is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Head Chef in daily operations and motivate the kitchen team. The successful candidate will help ensure high food standards, adhere to food safety measures, and contribute to menu planning. Ideal candidates will have experience in the catering industry, a passion for fresh food, and strong teamwork skills. This is a full-time position in a vibrant kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie in catering, especially in education.
• Passion for seasonal food and innovative presentation.
• Strong food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in daily operations.
• Motivate the kitchen team for high food standards.
• Ensure food safety and allergen controls.

Skills

Cooking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Creative presentation

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations
• Motivate the team to deliver high standards of food and service
• Ensure food safety and allergen controls are consistently met
• Contribute to innovative menu planning
• Manage mise en place and ensure smooth timely service
• Support events and functions alongside school life

Qualifications

• Ideally you will have experience as an Sous Chef or Chef de Partie within a contract catering environment preferably in independent education or a high‑profile business and industry setting.
• Passionate about fresh seasonal food and creative presentation
• Strong attention to detail and high food safety standards
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• A flexible and proactive approach to work

Additional Information

We pride ourselves on :

People first. We’re a company of individuals united in doing our best for our clients.

Great Food Always

Using only the best ingredients our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school age group and specific needs and preferences.

Food Education

We educate pupils through food encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices.

Respect in Everything We Do

Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners and each other.

Fresh Thinking

New ideas for food service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering.

In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.

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.

Key Skills

• Abinitio
• Cooking
• Consumer Durables
• Interior Fit‑Out
• IT System Administration
• ITI

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1