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Company Description
Job Title: Chef de Partie
Location: Bede’s Senior School
Salary: £14.50 per hour (£26,660 per annum)
Contract: 46 Paid Weeks (Term Time + 5.6 Weeks Out of Term Activity + 5.6 Weeks Holiday)
Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 out of 7 days
Transport: Own transport required
Why Join Us?
* Competitive salary of £14.50 per hour which equates to - £26,660 per year
* 46 paid weeks per year, offering a great work-life balance
* Work in a supportive team environment within a well-established school
* Alternate weekends - ensuring you maintain a positive work life balance (3 weekends per term)
* Enjoy time off during school holidays
* Opportunity to develop your culinary skills in a professional kitchen setting
About The Role
As a Chef de Partie, you will be an integral part of our kitchen team, supporting the preparation and service of high-quality meals for students and staff. You will assist with food preparation, maintain high food hygiene standards, and ensure smooth kitchen operations.
What We’re Looking For
* Experience in a similar role within a high-volume kitchen
* Strong food preparation and presentation skills
* A good understanding of kitchen health and safety regulations
* Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards
* Own transport required due to the location
If you’re passionate about food and want to work in a fantastic school setting, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Description
We are seeking a talented and dedicated Chef de Partie to join our culinary team in Lower Dicker, United Kingdom. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled chef to contribute their expertise to our kitchen for 46 weeks per year.
* Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes within your speciality section
* Ensure all food is cooked to the required standard and presented in a timely manner
* Maintain a clean and organised work station, adhering to food safety and hygiene regulations
* Assist in menu planning and development of new dishes
* Supervise and train junior kitchen staff within your section
* Manage stock levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed
* Collaborate with other chefs to ensure smooth kitchen operations
* Contribute to the overall efficiency and success of the kitchen team
Qualifications
* Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role
* Culinary degree or diploma from a recognised institution
* Current Food Safety Certification
* Excellent knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and culinary trends
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
* Proficiency in operating various kitchen equipment and tools
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team and lead junior staff
* Creativity and passion for creating exceptional culinary experiences
* Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
* Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy items when required
* Specialisation in a particular area of cuisine (e.g., sauces, pastry, fish) is desirable
* Commitment to working 46 weeks per year in Lower Dicker, United Kingdom
Additional Information
There are many advantages to working for us and we provide our employees with bespoke benefits which include:
* Free meals whilst at work
* Career development opportunities
* HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
* Reward & recognition schemes
* People awards to celebrate our employees
* Work/life balance
* Employee Benefits Platform
* Employee Assistance Program
* Recommend a friend scheme
* Company sick pay scheme
* Prestigious working environments
* Team events scheduled throughout the year
* 28 Holiday days inclusive of bank holidays
* Pension scheme
* Competitive salary
We invest in the training and development of our teams to give them the appropriate skills necessary to thrive in their job roles. We have outstanding teams of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children, of all ages, meeting the bespoke requirements of our clients.
Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.
This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.
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