Chef de Partie – No evenings! – Bushey, England

Holroyd Howe; Bushey; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract catering company is seeking a Chef de Partie for their Bushey location. The ideal candidate will ensure the quality of dishes, assist in menu planning, and have a strong culinary background. Flexibility with working hours is essential, and the role offers opportunities for career growth and skill development.

Benefits

28 Days holiday including bank holidays

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Free meals whilst at work

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality and presentation of all dishes meet standards.
• Assist in menu planning considering dietary restrictions.
• Oversee stock control and ordering.
• Stay updated on culinary trends to enhance menu offerings.
• Foster a positive working environment through effective communication.

Skills

Team player

Passionate about food & service

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to multitask under pressure

Education

Culinary degree or relevant certifications

Job description

Chef de Partie – No evenings! – Bushey, England

Company Description

Title: Chef de Partie – either term-time only or 52 weeks!

Location: Bushey, Hertfordshire

Salary: £26 – 27,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Benefits:

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• 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 fun-loving, hard-working Chef de Partie looking to grow and develop your career? We have an exciting opportunity in the Bushey/Watford area to join our growing team at one of our schools.

We’re looking for a team player who’s passionate about delivering great food in a dynamic environment. Whether you’re seeking term-time work or a 52-week contract, we can offer the flexibility you need to thrive.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a company that values growth and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Description

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

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.

• Ensure the quality and presentation of all dishes meet the company’s standards and client expectations.
• Assist in menu planning and development, taking into consideration dietary restrictions, nutritional guidelines, and seasonal ingredients.
• Oversee stock control and ordering to maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing waste.
• Stay updated on industry trends, culinary techniques, and new ingredients to continuously enhance the menu offerings and overall dining experience.
• Foster a positive working environment by demonstrating leadership qualities, effective communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 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.

Additional Information

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.

“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunity 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, it is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if you are barred from working with children, therefore we will require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding any criminal offences and shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search of public available information on suitability to work with children.“

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

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