Senior Sous Chef - No evenings!

TN United Kingdom; Elstree; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Senior Sous Chef to join their prestigious independent school catering team. This role involves collaborating with a skilled culinary team to create inspiring meals that nourish young minds. You will assist in food preparation, supervise kitchen staff, and ensure adherence to food safety standards while maintaining a positive work environment. With a focus on sustainability and nutrition, this opportunity offers a chance to excel in a rewarding setting that values culinary excellence and team collaboration. If you're passionate about food and education, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

28 Days holiday including bank holidays

Enhanced maternity leave

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Discounts on high street shops

Access to employee assistance programme

Free meals whilst at work

HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

Qualifications

• Experience in contract catering or educational institutions preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in food preparation and ensure quality standards.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain a clean environment.
• Collaborate on menu planning and oversee stock control.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Culinary Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Culinary Degree

Relevant Certifications

Job description

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Client:

BaxterStorey

Location:

Elstree, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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35

Posted:

02.04.2025

Expiry Date:

17.05.2025

Job Description:

Company Description

Title: Senior Sous Chef

Location: Radlett, Borehamwood, WD6 3BT

Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum + amazing benefits!

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals whilst at work
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

Are you a Sous Chef looking for your next role and a rewarding, progressive opportunity? If so, then join us at one of our prestigious independent schools as a Senior Sous Chef and help create meals that inspire the minds of tomorrow.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef with a background in exceptional food catering services to join our business and work at one of our highly prestigious education settings.

Nestled in the heart of Hertfordshire, this prestigious independent school, Haberdashers' Girls' School, caters for up to 1,000 day pupils and includes breakfast, lunch, and supper services, as well as an extensive hospitality service. The school operates seven days a week, but there are ample opportunities to work Monday through Friday. The schedule is well-organised across our large team to help you maintain a positive work-life balance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Senior Sous Chef to make a name for themselves within our prestigious contract catering company and be a part of setting the new standard for education catering.

Job Description

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will collaborate with our culinary team to craft flavourful dishes that nourish both body and mind.

• 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, considering 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.
• Support the Head Chef in administrative tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and maintaining records of food costs and inventory.
• Stay updated on industry trends, culinary techniques, and new ingredients to continuously enhance the menu offerings and overall dining experience.
• Foster a positive working environment by demonstrating leadership qualities, effective communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a similar role within a contract catering company or educational institution preferred.
• Culinary degree or relevant certifications from a recognized culinary institute.
• 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.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Fun and enthusiastic.
• Excellent organisation skills.
• Team player who enjoys succeeding as a team.
• Flexible approach to work.

Additional Information

Holroyd Howe is 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.

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.

We pride ourselves on:

Sustainability

Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.

We take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients.

We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attract chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team.

From tasting tables, theme days, and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.

“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity and therefore we require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List Check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding their criminal offences.”

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.