Job Title: Junior Sous Chef
We are seeking an organized, experienced, and enthusiastic Junior Sous Chef to support our executive, head, and sous chefs in creating high-quality, innovative meals with attention to detail and creative flair. This role is based at Brentwood School, a leading independent school in the UK, serving 1,700 pupils and 300 staff daily.
Salary: Up to £26,000 per annum (term-time only, 175 working days a year)
Key Responsibilities:
* To ensure food production, standards, costs & menu planning are carried out in a timely fashion, as agreed with the Head Chef.
* To carry out the smooth and efficient running of the section as appropriate.
* To assist the Head Chef and sous chef with compiling food orders and developing new food concepts.
* To plan, prepare, cook and present food to the standards required by the company and the client.
* To ensure that the company's reputation for excellent food and service is enhanced with the client and customers.
Additional Responsibilities:
* To ensure compliance with the company's policy on safer recruitment and safeguarding children and young adults at all times whilst at work.
* To take responsibility for contributing towards your own development with the guidance of the Head Chef and attending training courses as identified.
* To show commitment to company values in all aspects of your role.
* To act as a positive ambassador for the business.
* To attend to any reasonable request made by the client or Holroyd Howe Management.
Qualifications:
* NVQ qualification or equivalent
* Good craft skills background
* Successful progressive background in catering
* Food Hygiene Certificate
* Ability to display a real passion for food and customer service
Benefits:
* Free meals whilst at work
* Career development opportunities
* HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
* Reward & recognition schemes
* People awards to celebrate our employees
* Work/life balance
* Prestigious working environments
* Team events scheduled throughout the year