Senior Chef De Partie

Senior Chef De Partie – Term Time Plus Position

We are seeking a dedicated and talented Senior Chef De Partie to join our culinary team, providing an outstanding dining experience at one of Oxford’s prestigious independent schools. This is a fantastic role for a chef passionate about crafting nutritious and creative meals for a vibrant educational community.

Position Details:

• Hours: 40 per week
• Rate: £15.11 per hour
• Term Time Plus: 41 total weeks per year, consisting of 35.4 working weeks during the academic term and an additional 5.6 weeks of paid holiday.

As the Senior Chef De Partie, you’ll have a pivotal role in ensuring high standards in meal preparation and service for our students and staff. This position supports work-life balance and offers the opportunity to work within a well-structured, dynamic team dedicated to culinary excellence. If you are committed to delivering exceptional quality and are ready to advance in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you!

If you’re seeking an employer committed to your professional growth, who values your contribution, and who will invest in your future, then look no further! Join us and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and cook menu items as directed by the Sous or Head Chef.
• Assist in the development and planning of menus, incorporating future food trends and innovative service concepts that align with the location’s needs.
• Support stock-taking activities when required.
• Ensure the smooth and efficient operation of your section.

Client Service:

• Deliver prompt and efficient service to consistently exceed customer expectations.
• Remain customer-focused at all times, approachable, and dedicated to fulfilling customer needs beyond expectations.

People:

• Work collaboratively with your team, offering help where needed.
• Treat team members with respect, fostering a positive work environment.
• Guide and instruct Commis Chefs in food preparation and cooking techniques, as directed by the Sous or Head Chef.

Financial Management:

• Compile food orders for sections under your supervision, ensuring food standards and costs are agreed upon with the Head Chef.
• Monitor and record stock, deliveries, and wastage in line with company standards.
• Gain knowledge of food costing, sales mix, and menu planning.

Health & Safety, Food Safety, and the Environment:

• Adhere to the company’s hygiene, health, and safety policies.
• Follow the company’s cleaning schedules rigorously.
• Maintain food storage areas in accordance with hygiene, health, and safety procedures.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for your personal development, with guidance from the Sous or Head Chef, and attend any required training.
• Demonstrate commitment to company values in all aspects of your role.
• Act as a positive ambassador for the business.
• Respond to reasonable requests from clients or Holroyd Howe management.
• Ensure compliance with the company’s safer recruitment and safeguarding policies at all times while at work.

Proven experience in a similar job is required, candidate will be subject to trade test.

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
• 28 Holiday days inclusive of bank holidays
• 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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