Senior Sous Chef – Minimal Evenings
Join us as a Senior Sous Chef at the prestigious Stowe School, where you'll work in a stunning setting, delivering outstanding meals to our vibrant school community.
Why This Role is Epic:
* £40,000 Salary – a fantastic compensation for your talent and expertise.
* No, or few evening Shifts – enjoy a well-organised schedule that promotes work-life balance.
* Lead a Talented Team – inspire and mentor our kitchen staff in a supportive environment.
* Culinary Innovation – play a key role in crafting creative, fresh menus that delight our students and staff.
* Stunning Location – work in beautiful, iconic grounds that make every day special.
Key Benefits:
* Up to £40,000 per annum
* 28 days holiday, including bank holidays
* 3 volunteering days + 3 days grandparent leave
* 24 weeks of enhanced maternity leave
* Bespoke training and development opportunities
* Career growth with HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
* Pension and life insurance
* Access to our HAPI app for discounts on high street shops, holidays, cinema, and more
* Free meals while at work
* Wellbeing hub and employee assistance program.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead Kitchen Operations: Assist the Head Chef in managing all aspects of the kitchen.
* Menu Development: Collaborate on exciting menu concepts that reflect modern culinary trends.
* Quality Assurance: Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and safety.
* Team Development: Train and develop junior kitchen staff to foster culinary excellence.
* Event Catering: Oversee the preparation of exceptional meals for special events and hospitality services.
Who You Are:
* A seasoned culinary professional with a passion for leading teams and creating exceptional dining experiences.
* Proven experience in a high-quality kitchen, ideally with a background as a Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
* A natural leader with excellent organisational skills and a commitment to culinary excellence.
Holroyd Howe is one of the UK's 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. We pride ourselves on sustainability, nutrition, and food innovation. We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. 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. This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.