Company Description

Job Title:

Sous ChefLocation:

Cobham, SurreyContract:

Term-time onlyHours:

40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday morning match teas)Salary:

£18.00 per hourBenefits:28 days holiday including bank holidays

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

24 weeks enhanced maternity leave

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Discounts via our HAPI app

including high street retailers, holidays, and cinema

Access to a dedicated wellbeing hub and employee assistance programme

Free meals while on duty

Career progression and development opportunities

HIT Apprenticeships available for all experience levels

About the Role:Were looking for a skilled and passionate

Sous Chef

to join our team at a prestigious independent school in

Cobham, Surrey . This is a fantastic term-time opportunity to work in a rewarding environment where quality, creativity, and consistency are at the forefront of what we do.The school caters for both day pupils and staff, offering breakfast, lunch, and a well-regarded supper club. Shifts are split across breakfast/lunch and lunch/supper, providing variety and structure to the week.As Sous Chef, you''ll work closely with the Head Chef to deliver a fresh, seasonal menu that balances nutrition, presentation, and tastesupporting both the main dining service and occasional hospitality events.

Job Description

As well as having an excellent presentation, organisational and communication skills, you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for food and service and possess bags of enthusiasm.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.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 but not essentialCulinary 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 enthusiasticHave excellent organisation skills.Be a team player and enjoy succeeding as a team.Have a flexible approach to work.

Additional Information

Holroyd Howe is one of the UKs 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:SustainabilitySustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.NutritionWe 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.Food InnovationWe offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts 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. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunity 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, it is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if you are barred from working with children, therefore we will 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 any criminal offences and shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search of public available information on suitability to work with children.This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

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