Dessert Chef de Partie – School Dining Innovator

Holroyd Howe; Southampton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (including bank)

Bespoke training & development

Pension & life insurance

Free meals while at work

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking a committed Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team, focusing on the dessert section and daily meal service for independent schools. You will support the Head Chef, help maintain high standards, and contribute to safe, creative menus across school meals.

We offer term-time hours (37.5 per week) and competitive hourly pay, with benefits including meals, training, and career development opportunities within a leading UK contract caterer.

Qualifications

• Ideally, you will have experience as 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, primarily dessert section.
• Join the team in delivering high standards of food and service.
• Ensure food safety and allergen controls are consistently met.
• Contribute to innovative menu planning and food concepts.
• Support events and functions alongside school.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Food safety & allergen controls

Teamwork & communication

Flexible & proactive

Job description

Holroyd Howe is seeking a committed Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team, focusing on the dessert section and daily meal service for independent schools. You will support the Head Chef, help maintain high standards, and contribute to safe, creative menus across school meals.

We offer term-time hours (37.5 per week) and competitive hourly pay, with benefits including meals, training, and career development opportunities within a leading UK contract caterer.