School Kitchen Chef de Partie: Fresh, Seasonal Menus

WSH Group; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday including bank hols

3 volunteering days

3 grandparent leave

24 weeks enhanced maternity leave

Bespoke training & development

Pension & life insurance

Discounts via Perkbox

Wellbeing hub & support programme

Free meals while at work

Career development & HIT Apprentices

Job summary

Holroyd Howe at Bedes School is seeking a committed Chef de Partie to support daily kitchen operations and help deliver nutritious meals and school events. You will work under the Head Chef, uphold high food safety standards and allergen controls, contribute to menu planning, and be part of a team delivering fresh, child-focused catering.

This role requires Right to Work in the UK and DBS checks; Holroyd Howe offers training, development, and staff benefits including meals, holidays, and career

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie in contract catering or schools preferred.
• Passionate about fresh, seasonal food and creative presentation.
• Strong attention to detail and high food safety standards.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Flexible and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations.
• Motivate the team to deliver high food and service standards.
• Ensure food safety and allergen controls are met.
• Contribute to innovative menu planning.
• Manage mise en place and ensure smooth service.
• Support events and functions with school life.

Skills

Chef de Partie exp

Seasonal cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Flexible approach

Job description

Holroyd Howe at Bedes School is seeking a committed Chef de Partie to support daily kitchen operations and help deliver nutritious meals and school events. You will work under the Head Chef, uphold high food safety standards and allergen controls, contribute to menu planning, and be part of a team delivering fresh, child-focused catering.

This role requires Right to Work in the UK and DBS checks; Holroyd Howe offers training, development, and staff benefits including meals, holidays, and career