Job Description
We are seeking talented and motivated Chef de Partie professionals to join the catering team at Radley College, a prestigious boarding school. In this role, you will prepare high-quality meals for students and staff, contributing to both daily service and special events. Working as part of a dedicated team of 14 chefs, you will balance speed, efficiency, and creativity to deliver exceptional dining experiences in a high-volume environment.
If you're ready to advance your culinary career in a supportive and dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Qualifications
* Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a high-volume catering environment.
* Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, and best practices in hygiene and safety.
* Creativity and flair for producing high-quality dishes, with the ability to adapt to both large-scale catering and hospitality needs.
* Excellent time management and organizational skills to thrive in a busy kitchen.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain a positive attitude under pressure.
* A relevant culinary qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3) is preferred but not essential if supported by strong experience.
* Flexibility to work a 5/7 shift pattern and reliable transportation due to location.
Additional Information
There are many advantages to working for us and we provide our employees with bespoke benefits which include:
* 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.
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