Chef de Partie: Fresh School Catering & Creative Menus

Holroyd Howe; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement: 28 days (incl. BH

Volunteer days: 3 days

Grandparent leave: 3 days

Maternity leave: 24 weeks enhanced

Pension & life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub & employee assistance

Free meals at work

Career development & HIT Apprentices

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking a committed Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team at Bedes School. You will support food preparation, maintain high standards, and play a vital role in delivering daily meals and events.

You will be part of Holroyd Howe, a leading UK contract catering company serving independent schools and colleges with fresh, tailored menus. The role focuses on maintaining food safety, supporting menu planning, and delivering excellent service in a school environment.

Qualifications

• Ideally, you will have experience as a 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

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

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Flexible attitude

Job description

Holroyd Howe is seeking a committed Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team at Bedes School. You will support food preparation, maintain high standards, and play a vital role in delivering daily meals and events.

You will be part of Holroyd Howe, a leading UK contract catering company serving independent schools and colleges with fresh, tailored menus. The role focuses on maintaining food safety, supporting menu planning, and delivering excellent service in a school environment.