School Kitchen Sous Chef — Creative Menus & Allergen Expert

Holroyd Howe; Ashington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteering days

Grandparent leave

Maternity leave 24 weeks

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at one of our prestigious locations just outside Worthing. You'll support food preparation, help maintain high standards, and play a vital role in daily meals and events.

You will assist the Head Chef, drive food safety and allergen controls, and contribute to menu planning while maintaining strong teamwork and service delivery for school catering.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie in contract catering, preferably in independent education or high-profile 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
• Follow and champion allergen controls and uphold conduct standards

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Allergen controls

Teamwork

Job description

Holroyd Howe is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at one of our prestigious locations just outside Worthing. You'll support food preparation, help maintain high standards, and play a vital role in daily meals and events.

You will assist the Head Chef, drive food safety and allergen controls, and contribute to menu planning while maintaining strong teamwork and service delivery for school catering.