Junior Sous Chef - England

Holroyd Howe; Buckingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their team at Stowe School, delivering exceptional culinary experiences in a prestigious environment. The ideal candidate will assist in leading the kitchen team, manage daily operations, and contribute to menu planning with a commitment to quality and innovation. This role offers a supportive environment with no evening shifts and development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

24 weeks' enhanced maternity leave

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Discounts on Perkbox app

Free meals whilst at work

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Passion for culinary arts and experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Natural leader with a proven ability to motivate the kitchen team.
• Strong commitment to quality and innovation in food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing the kitchen team.
• Contribute to creating modern, fresh dishes.
• Oversee kitchen operations and inventory management.
• Prepare meals for hospitality services and events.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary excellence

Organizational skills

Menu planning

Quality control

Education

Level 3 Food Safety certification

Job description

Overview

As a Junior Sous Chef at Stowe School, you will help deliver exceptional culinary experiences in a prestigious educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Inspire: Assist the Head Chef in managing the kitchen team.
• Menu Planning: Contribute to creating modern, fresh dishes.
• Quality Control: Ensure high standards in food preparation and presentation.
• Daily Operations: Oversee kitchen operations and inventory management.
• Special Events: Prepare meals for hospitality services and events.

Qualifications

• A passionate culinary professional with experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• A natural leader who motivates the team.
• Committed to culinary excellence and innovation. Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a fast-paced, high-quality kitchen.
• Level 3 Food Safety certification.
• Passion for leading a team and creating innovative, mouth-watering dishes.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks while staying calm, cool, and collected.

Role positioning

Are you a Junior Sous Chef ready for a bigger, better, and bolder role? Join the prestigious Stowe School and help lead our culinary team in one of the UK's most stunning locations. Work in iconic grounds, create food that wows, and be part of a VIP team serving up modern, fresh cuisine. No evenings.

About Holroyd Howe

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We tailor our catering service provision to meet the bespoke requirements of each school. We invest in training and development to ensure our teams succeed. Our teams customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients. We pride ourselves on Sustainability, Nutrition, and Food Innovation. We create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 weeks' enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts on Perkbox 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