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Sous Chef
Sous Chef
Company Description
Holroyd Howe, one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, provides fresh, innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. Our mission is to provide teams with the right skills to succeed by investing in their training and development.
We tailor catering to fit children of all ages, meeting the unique needs of each school. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists focus on:
- People first: A company of individuals committed to excellence for clients.
- Great food, always: Using fresh, authentic ingredients tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs.
- Food education: Encouraging pupils to make informed choices through tailored menus.
- Respect in everything we do: A culture of mutual respect toward clients, partners, suppliers, and team members.
- Fresh thinking: Driving innovative solutions in food, service, and ways of working to lead in school catering.
Job Title & Location
Sous Chef
- Location: Milton Abbey, Blandford Forum - DT11 0BZ
- Contract Type: Full-time, permanent (52-week)
- Salary: £36,000 (annum)
Why Join Us?
Your workload includes generous benefits:
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- 3 volunteering days to support your chosen causes
- 3 grandparent leave days for special family moments
- 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
- Bespoke training and development opportunities
- Pension and life insurance
- Discounts on high street brands, cinema, and holidays via Perkbox App
- Wellbeing hub and access to an employee assistance programme
- Free meals while at work
- Career development and HIT Apprenticeships (all experience levels)
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About the Role
We are recruiting a committed and ambitious Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at Milton Abbey. You’ll:
- Assist in food preparation and uphold high standards for daily meals and events.
- Collaborate alongside the Head Chef to support kitchen operations.
- Play a crucial role in adapting recipes to ensure smooth, timely service.
The role aligns with Holroyd Howe’s commitment to excellence, combining a focus on creative menu planning, safety compliance, and insight into the distinct needs of our young clientele.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations.
- Motivate and lead the team to deliver high standards of food quality and service.
- Ensure food safety and compliance with allergen controls are consistently maintained.
- Contribute to innovative menu planning.
- Oversee mise en place for efficient service during operations.
- Assist with events and functions, complementing school life.
Candidate Profile (Requirements)
- Preferred: Experience as a Sous Chef within a contract catering environment, ideally in independent education or a high-profile commercial setting.
- Passionate about fresh, seasonal, and visually appealing food.
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to high food safety standards.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate efficiently.
- Flexible and proactive approach to address operational challenges.
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Additional Key Requirements
To be considered, you must:
- Demonstrate the Right to Work in the UK.
- Undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check.
- Provide professional references as part of the hiring process.
**Equal Opportunities &
Commitment to Safeguarding** Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer and is dedicated to safeguarding children and young people’s welfare. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity, fulfilling the Criminal Records Bureau’s regulations. Applicants barred from working with children cannot apply.
All shortlisted candidates will undergo an online public records check alongside disclosure via their references. This supports our commitment to child protection. The appointment is dependent upon satisfactory professional references.
IND1 (Internal Classification, for recruitment purposes)
Employment Terms
- Employment Type: Permanent (full-time, 52-week contract)
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