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Company Description:
Title: Head Chef
Location: Kent College Senior School, UK
Salary: £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Schedule: 5 over 7
Why Join Us?
* Competitive salary reflecting your experience
* A balanced work schedule with 5 over 7 days
* Opportunity to lead culinary operations at the prestigious Kent College, Senior School
* Located on the outskirts of the beautiful cathedral city of Canterbury, Kent College is proud of its 130 years of history and tradition.
About the Role:
We are seeking a dynamic and creative Chef Manager to oversee culinary operations at Kent College (Senior School). This role requires a strong leader with a passion for delivering high-quality food and exceptional dining experiences for students, staff, and special events. You will lead a dedicated kitchen team, ensuring efficient operations while focusing on quality, innovation, and sustainability.
As the Chef Manager at Kent College, you’ll play a key role in shaping the culinary experience for the school community. This role provides an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire a team, manage large-scale food production, and create memorable dining experiences.
At Holroyd Howe, we are proud to be one of the UK's leading catering providers, delivering outstanding food and dining experiences in schools, colleges, and corporate environments. We are passionate about using the freshest, locally sourced ingredients to create menus that are both nutritious and exciting.
If you are an experienced chef with a flair for creativity and leadership, we would love to hear from you!
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee all aspects of kitchen management, from menu planning to food preparation and staff training.
* Deliver high-quality, nutritious, and creative meals tailored to students' diverse dietary needs.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while maintaining an organized and efficient kitchen.
* Collaborate with school leadership to create bespoke hospitality offerings for events.
* Inspire and lead a dedicated team to achieve excellence in every service.
Qualifications:
* Proven experience as a Head Chef/Manager or in a similar senior role, ideally in a high-volume or educational setting.
* Culinary qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3) and excellent knowledge of food safety standards.
* Strong leadership and organizational skills to manage a team effectively.
* Creativity and passion for delivering high-quality, nutritious meals.
* Flexibility to adapt to the needs of a busy kitchen, including occasional evening or weekend work.
This is your chance to combine your culinary expertise with a meaningful role in a supportive community. Ready to inspire the next generation? Apply today!
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 pride ourselves on sustainability, nutrition, and food innovation. 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 we will require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List check for all successful applicants.
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