School Kitchen Chef de Partie — Fresh, Seasonal Menus

Holroyd Howe; Woking; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance 28 days

Volunteer days

Grandparent leave

Maternity leave 24 weeks

Training & development

Pension & life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing & EAP

Free meals

Apprenticeships

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking a committed Chef de Partie to join the Hoe Bridge School kitchen team. You’ll support food preparation, help maintain high standards, and play a vital role in daily meals and events.

Joining Holroyd Howe, a leading UK contract caterer to independent schools, you’ll work with a team focused on fresh, seasonal food and allergen safety, delivering high-quality meals tailored to each school’s needs.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie in contract catering environments.
• Experience in independent education or high-profile settings is preferred.
• Passion for fresh, seasonal food and creative presentation.

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.
• Champion allergen controls and compliance.

Skills

Chef de Partie

Contract catering

Food safety

Teamwork

Flexible attitude

Menu planning

Job description

Holroyd Howe is seeking a committed Chef de Partie to join the Hoe Bridge School kitchen team. You’ll support food preparation, help maintain high standards, and play a vital role in daily meals and events.

Joining Holroyd Howe, a leading UK contract caterer to independent schools, you’ll work with a team focused on fresh, seasonal food and allergen safety, delivering high-quality meals tailored to each school’s needs.