School Catering Chef: Menu Innovator & Safety Lead

Holroyd Howe; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking a talented Chef to support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations within a school catering environment. The role focuses on delivering high-quality food, maintaining allergen controls, and driving fresh, seasonal menus.

You will lead a team, demonstrate excellent teamwork and communication, and bring a proactive, flexible approach to meet varied service demands and school events.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef 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
• Accountability for following and championing allergen controls

Skills

Chef

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible

Job description

Holroyd Howe is seeking a talented Chef to support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations within a school catering environment. The role focuses on delivering high-quality food, maintaining allergen controls, and driving fresh, seasonal menus.

You will lead a team, demonstrate excellent teamwork and communication, and bring a proactive, flexible approach to meet varied service demands and school events.