Chef de Partie: Fresh School Kitchen Leader

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Cobham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Volunteer days

Grandparent leave

Maternity leave 24 weeks

Training programs

Pension

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing support

Free meals

Apprenticeships

Job summary

Holroyd Howe, a leading contract caterer for independent schools, seeks a committed Chef de Partie to support daily kitchen operations at Feltonfleet School. You will help maintain high standards and assist with menus and events, while upholding allergen controls and safety.

Joining Holroyd Howe means working with a team of seasoned professionals dedicated to child-focused catering, safety, and bespoke school meal programs. Right to work in the UK is required; DBS checks will be conducted.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef or Chef de Partie in contract catering.
• Experience in independent education or high-profile environments.
• Passion for fresh, seasonal food and presentation.
• Strong attention to detail and food safety.
• Excellent teamwork and communication.
• Flexible, proactive approach.

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

Sous Chef experience

Chef de Partie experience

Fresh seasonal food

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible & proactive

Job description

Holroyd Howe, a leading contract caterer for independent schools, seeks a committed Chef de Partie to support daily kitchen operations at Feltonfleet School. You will help maintain high standards and assist with menus and events, while upholding allergen controls and safety.

Joining Holroyd Howe means working with a team of seasoned professionals dedicated to child-focused catering, safety, and bespoke school meal programs. Right to work in the UK is required; DBS checks will be conducted.