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Are you a Chef de Partie looking for a rewarding opportunity? Join us at one of our prestigious independent schools as a Chef de Partie and help create meals that inspire our students.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chef de Partie with a background in exceptional food catering services to join our business and work at one of our highly prestigious education settings.
Nestled in the heart of Harewood Leeds, this prestigious independent school operates 5 days a week.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Chef de Partie to make a name for themselves within our contract catering company and be a part of setting the new standard for education catering.
Job Description
As a Chef de Partie, you will:
* Collaborate with our culinary team to craft flavourful dishes that nourish both body and mind.
* 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, considering 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 for special events, themed dinners, and other culinary initiatives.
* Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment, following health and safety regulations.
* Support the Head Chef in administrative tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and record-keeping of food costs and inventory.
* Stay updated on industry trends, culinary techniques, and new ingredients to enhance menu offerings and dining experience.
* Foster a positive working environment through leadership, effective communication, and teamwork.
Qualifications
* Experience in a similar role within contract catering or educational institutions preferred.
* Culinary 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.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
* Fun, enthusiastic, and highly organized.
* Team player who enjoys succeeding collectively.
* Flexible approach to work.
Additional Information
Holroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh, innovative food services exclusively to independent schools and colleges. Our team of experienced professionals tailor catering services to meet the unique needs of children of all ages.
We invest in training and development to equip our teams with the skills needed for success. Our specialists customize catering to satisfy the diverse needs of our clients.
We pride ourselves on:
Sustainability
Sustainability is central to our ethos; we prioritize ethical sourcing and preparation of meals. We believe in the importance of nutrition for development, preparing meals from scratch with nutritious ingredients.
We offer numerous training opportunities, including tasting tables, theme days, food theatre, chef demonstrations, and supplier showcases, creating engaging dining experiences that are exploratory, fun, and help children develop healthy relationships with food.
Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare. All roles are regulated activities requiring an Enhanced DBS check, including a Barred List Check. Successful applicants will need to provide appropriate criminal offence information.
This position is contingent upon satisfactory professional references.
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