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Holroyd Howe; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Apprenticeships program

Employee awards

Work/life balance

Employee benefits platform

Employee assistance

Recommend a friend scheme

Prestigious working environments

Team events

Term Time Contract

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking an Assistant/Catering Assistant to support food preparation, station management, and quality control in a school catering setting. The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety standards, and maintaining high standards of presentation and taste.

Candidates should have experience as a Commis Chef or similar, with knowledge of cooking techniques and a strong attention to detail. The position offers a supportive team environment and opportunities for development within a

Qualifications

• Experience as a Commis Chef or similar role.
• Knowledge of cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Strong food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Adherence to BaxterStorey core values.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation – cook dishes per recipes and standards.
• Station Management – oversee station production and keep area stocked.
• Quality Control – maintain presentation and taste quality.
• Team Collaboration – communicate with team and support colleagues.
• Cleaning and Maintenance – keep kitchen clean and equipment functioning.

Skills

Novice to experienced Commis Chef

Food safety knowledge

Cooking techniques

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Company values (BaxterStorey)

Job description

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.

Can you commit to feeding hungry tummies as well as hungry minds? We serve more than just a meal in our kitchens, so are you the exceptional

Assistant/Catering Assistant we’re looking for?

Job Description

Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head/sous chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times

Station Management – oversee the production of all food items assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensure cleanliness in line with policies and procedures

Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all food handled, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times

Team Collaboration – communicate effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary

Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen ensuring equipment is in good working order

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in as a Commis Chef or similar role
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Additional Information

There are many advantages to working for us and we provide our employees with bespoke benefits which include:

• Free meals whilst at work
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
• People awards to celebrate our employees
• Work/life balance
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Prestigious working environments
• Team events scheduled throughout the year
• Term Time Contract

We invest in the training and development of our teams to give them the appropriate skills necessary to thrive in their job roles. We have outstanding teams of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children, of all ages, meeting the bespoke requirements of our clients.

“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities 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 and therefore we 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 their criminal offences.”

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