Job Title
Junior Sous Chef
Location
Stowe School, Buckingham
Contract
Full - Time
Salary
£35,000
Why Join Us
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* 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 through apprenticeships for all experience levels.
About the Role
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Junior Sous to join the kitchen team at a leading independent school. You’ll support food preparation, help maintain high standards, and play a vital role in the delivery of daily meals and special events. The role is part of Holroyd Howe, one of the UK’s leading contract caterers specialised in food services for independent schools and colleges.
The safety and wellbeing of our students is central to everything we do. Effective allergen management, training, communication and care enable us to create safe mealtimes for every pupil. Our mission is to provide teams with the right skills to succeed and to tailor our services to meet the unique needs of each client.
Key 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.
* Accountable for following and championing allergen controls.
Candidate Profile
* Ideally, you will have experience as an Junior Sous Chef within a contract catering environment, preferably in independent education or a high‑profile business setting.
* Passionate about fresh, seasonal food and creative presentation.
* Strong attention to detail and high food safety standards.
* Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
* A flexible and proactive approach to work.
Additional Information
* People first – we are a company united in doing our best for our clients.
* Great food, always – using only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group and preference.
* Food education – we educate pupils through food, encouraging them to develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices.
* Respect in everything we do – our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards clients, suppliers, 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.
To be considered for this role you must have the right to work in the UK. Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles involve regulated activity and require an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check for all successful applicants.
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