Sous Chef – School Kitchen, Fresh Menus & Innovation

Holroyd Howe; Ashington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Volunteer days

Grandparent leave

Maternity leave (24 weeks)

Training & development

Pension & life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing support

Free meals

Career progression

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking a committed Sous Chef for a role just outside Worthing. You will support food preparation, maintain high standards, and assist in delivering daily meals and events for independent schools.

You will join Holroyd Howe, a leading UK contract catering provider focused on fresh, child-centred menus and allergen controls. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and career development in a supportive school catering environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as 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

Teamwork & communication

Flexible / proactive

Menu creativity

Job description

Holroyd Howe is seeking a committed Sous Chef for a role just outside Worthing. You will support food preparation, maintain high standards, and assist in delivering daily meals and events for independent schools.

You will join Holroyd Howe, a leading UK contract catering provider focused on fresh, child-centred menus and allergen controls. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and career development in a supportive school catering environment.