Senior Sous Chef - England

Holroyd Howe; Ashford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK contract caterer is seeking an enthusiastic Senior Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at the Duke of Kent School in Guildford. The ideal candidate will assist in food preparation, maintain high standards, and supervise kitchen staff. Experience in a similar role and a strong knowledge of food safety standards are essential. This position offers unique benefits, including enhanced maternity leave and bespoke training opportunities.

Benefits

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

24 weeks enhanced maternity leave

Bespoke training & development

Pension & life insurance

Discounts via Perkbox App

Access to wellbeing hub

Free meals at work

Career development & HIT Apprenticeships

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in contract catering or education.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in food preparation, production, and service.
• Ensure quality and presentation of dishes meet standards.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff.

Skills

Food safety standards knowledge

Multitasking in a high-volume kitchen

Excellent communication skills

Strong organization skills

Team player

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Senior Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at Duke of Kent School, a leading day independent school in Guildford. You'll support food preparation, help maintain high standards, and play a vital role in the delivery of daily meals and special events. You will be joining Holroyd Howe, one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school. Our mission is simple: To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in all aspects of food preparation, production, and service.
• Ensure the quality and presentation of all dishes meet the company's standards and client expectations.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, kitchen assistants, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assist in menu planning and development, taking into consideration dietary restrictions, nutritional guidelines, and seasonal ingredients.
• Oversee stock control and ordering to maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing waste.
• Collaborate with the catering team to execute special events, themed dinners, and other culinary initiatives.
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment, always following health and safety regulations.
• Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other.

Fresh thinking, New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering. In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a similar role within a contract catering company or educational institution preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure in a high-volume kitchen environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have excellent organisation skills.
• Be a team player and enjoy succeeding as a team.

Benefits

• 3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about
• 3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments
• 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training & development opportunities
• Pension & life insurance
• Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App
• Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals while at work
• Career development & HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels