Sous Chef / Chef de Partie at BaxterStorey

Telford, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jan, 26

Salary

30000.0

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Preparation, Food Safety, Allergen Controls, Menu Planning, Teamwork, Communication, Attention to Detail, Proactive Approach

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Company Description Job Title: Chef de Partie (maternity cover) Location: Wrekin college Contract Type: Temporary Salary: 30k Why Join us? 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) 3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about 3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave Bespoke training & development opportunities Pension & life insurance Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme Free meals while at work Career development & HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels About the role: We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Chef de Partie (maternity cover) to join the kitchen team at Wrekin college. You’ll support food preparation, help maintain high standards, and play a vital role in the delivery of daily meals and special events. You will be joining Holroyd Howe, 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. Our mission is simple: 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. Job Description Key Responsibilities: Part of the chef team in daily kitchen operations Deliver high standards of food and service Ensure food safety and allergen controls are consistently met Contribute to innovative menu planning Manage mise en place and ensure smooth, timely service Support events and functions alongside school life Qualifications Candidate Profile: Ideally, you will have experience as an Chef de Partie within a contract catering environment, preferably in independent education, or a high-profile business and industry setting. Passionate about fresh, seasonal food and creative presentation Strong attention to detail and high food safety standards Excellent teamwork and communication skills A flexible and proactive approach to work Additional Information We pride ourselves on: People first We’re a company of individuals, united in doing our best for our clients. Great food, always Using only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs and preferences. Food education We educate pupils through food, encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices. Respect in everything we do Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other. Fresh thinking New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering. In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children. This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

Responsibilities

The Chef de Partie will support food preparation and maintain high standards in the kitchen. They will also play a vital role in delivering daily meals and supporting special events.