Commis Chef at BaxterStorey

Downside, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jan, 26

Salary

14.5

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Safety, Hygiene, Menu Planning, Creative Ideas, Stock Management, Team Collaboration, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Organization Skills, Multitasking, Pressure Management, Enthusiasm, Flexibility, Culinary Skills

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Company Description Title: Commis Chef Location: Cobham Hours: 40 per week , Term time only. Predominantly Mon to Fri with occasional Saturday mornings for match teas Salary: £14.50 per hour Benefits: 28 Days holiday including bank holidays 3 volunteering days 3 days grandparent leave 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave Bespoke training and development opportunities Pension and life insurance Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema Wellbeing hub Access to employee assistance programme Free meals whilst at work Career development opportunities HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels Are you a new Chef looking for a rewarding opportunity? Join us at one of our prestigious independent schools as a Chef and help create meals that inspire our students. Nestled in Cobham Surrey this prestigious independent school caters for day pupils as well staff and includes not only a breakfast & lunch but also a supper club This is a fantastic opportunity for a new Chef 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 Key Responsibilities: Prepare, cook, and present meals to a high standard. Ensure food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards are maintained. Assist with menu planning and contribute creative ideas. Manage stock levels and support ordering as required. Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to deliver excellent service. Qualifications Previous experience 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 environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Fun and enthusiastic Have excellent organisation skills. Be a team player and enjoy succeeding as a team. Have a flexible approach to work. Additional Information 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. To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients. We pride ourselves on: Sustainability Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals. Nutrition We take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients. 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. From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food. “Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunity 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, 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. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding any criminal offences and shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search of public available information on suitability to work with children.“ This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

Responsibilities

Prepare, cook, and present meals to a high standard while ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are maintained. Collaborate with the kitchen team to deliver excellent service and assist with menu planning.