Head Chef - England Company Description 16.50 an hour 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. Can you commit to supporting feeding hungry tummies as well as hungry minds? We serve more than just a meal in our kitchens, so are you the exceptional Head Chef we're looking for? If you are looking for an employer that will invest in you and develop your career further, then look no further and apply Job Description As a Head Chef your focus is to work closely with your team to develop a great work relationship and together provide the best customer service. As well as having an excellent presentation, organisational and communication skills, you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for food & service and possess bags of enthusiasm. Craft imaginative and nutritionally balanced menus that cater to diverse tastes, dietary preferences, and nutritional needs of our students with the Chef Manager Lead a dynamic kitchen team by example, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and efficiency. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality and service. Maintain strict adherence to health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and organised kitchen environment. To help maintain budgets, as well as stock control. Qualifications Ideally City and Guild 706 1, 2, 3 or NVQ equivalent. Proven track record of holding similar position for the past 2-3 years. Additional Information There are many advantages to working for us and we provide our employees with bespoke benefits which include: Term time only, with occasional opportunities for over time 06:45 - 14:30 Monday to Friday 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 Employee Benefits Platform Employee Assistance Program Recommend a friend scheme Company sick pay scheme Prestigious working environments Team events scheduled throughout the year Pension scheme Competitive salary We invest in the training and development of our teams to give them the appropriate skills necessary to thrive in their job roles. We have outstanding teams of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children, of all ages, meeting the bespoke requirements of our clients. "Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities 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 and therefore we 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 their criminal offences." This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references. IND1