Senior Sous Chef

Holroyd Howe; Colwyn Bay; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract caterer is seeking an Experienced Banqueting Sous Chef to join their team at Rydal Penhros. The role involves preparing high-quality meals while maintaining impeccable standards of hygiene and quality. Join a passionate kitchen team dedicated to providing exceptional food services in a vibrant environment.

Benefits

Free meals during work hours

Career development opportunities

Employee awards and recognition schemes

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement including bank holidays

Flexible hours

Team events throughout the year

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a professional kitchen.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to food quality and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of banqueting events through preparation and cooking.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and hygiene.
• Adapt to varying kitchen schedules and demands.

Skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Time-management

Adaptability

Job description

Company Description

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh, innovative food services exclusively to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering services to meet the bespoke requirements of children of all ages.

Do you have a passion for feeding hungry tummies and minds? We serve more than just meals in our kitchens. Are you the Experienced Chef we are looking for?

Job Description

Key Details:

• Position: Banqueting Sous Chef
• Hours: To be confirmed (flexible, depending on availability and need), 5 out of 7
• Location: Rydal Penhros
• Rate of Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

Requirements:

• Proven experience working in a professional kitchen
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Flexibility to adapt to varying schedules
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene

If you're passionate about food, reliable, and ready to thrive in a busy kitchen environment, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

Experienced Hospitalist and Banqueting Chef capable of stepping right in. If you are passionate about food, reliable, and ready to jump into a busy kitchen environment, we want to hear from you.

Additional Information

We offer many benefits to our employees, including:

• Free meals during work hours
• Career development opportunities
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
• Reward & recognition schemes
• Employee awards to celebrate our staff
• Work/life balance initiatives
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Prestigious working environments
• Team events throughout the year
• Holiday entitlement including bank holidays
• Pension scheme

We invest in our teams through training and development, tailoring our catering services to meet the specific needs of children of all ages. Our outstanding professionals ensure high-quality service for our clients.

Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles involve regulated activity, and it is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply. An Enhanced DBS check, including a Barred List check, will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will undergo an online search of publicly available information. This process helps assess suitability to work with children.

This position is contingent upon the return of satisfactory professional references.