School Kitchen Sous Chef – Fresh, Seasonal Menus & Growth

WSH Group; Woldingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Volunteering days

Grandparent leave

Enhanced maternity leave

Training & development

Pension & life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing support

Free meals at work

Apprenticeships

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking a committed Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at Woldingham School, a 700-acre site south of London. You will support food preparation, uphold high standards, and contribute to daily meals and special events.

You’ll join a leading contract caterer dedicated to safe allergen management, fresh seasonal menus, and bespoke services for pupils of all ages. A rights-based work environment and DBS checks where required are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie in contract catering.
• Passionate about fresh, seasonal food and presentation.
• Strong attention to detail and high food safety standards.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• 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

Sous Chef experience

Food safety standards

Teamwork

Communication skills

Flexible approach

Job description

Holroyd Howe is seeking a committed Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at Woldingham School, a 700-acre site south of London. You will support food preparation, uphold high standards, and contribute to daily meals and special events.

You’ll join a leading contract caterer dedicated to safe allergen management, fresh seasonal menus, and bespoke services for pupils of all ages. A rights-based work environment and DBS checks where required are part of the role.