Chef De Partie

Chef de Partie
Location: Reading RG7 5HU, U
Salary: £27,872 per annum – Term Time Only
Contract: Permanent | 36 weeks per year (175 days) | Paid in 12 equal monthly instalments

About the Role

We are looking for a talented and experienced Chef de Partie to join our team at one of our prestigious educational establishments. This is a key role within our catering operation, requiring exceptional culinary skills, a strong background in high-quality food service, and a commitment to excellence.

As part of Holroyd Howe, you’ll be joining a passionate team dedicated to delivering fresh, innovative, and nutritious food tailored to the needs of children and young people. We take pride in creating outstanding dining experiences that support both wellbeing and learning.

As a Chef de Partie, you will be entrusted with the following key responsibilities:

• Preparing and cooking nutritious, high-quality meals that support the wellbeing of our young people, with attention to dietary needs and food safety.

• Showcasing your culinary creativity and attention to detail in both preparation and presentation.

• Keeping the kitchen running smoothly with strong organisation and time management.

• Communicating clearly with colleagues across the kitchen and wider school community to ensure a seamless service.

• Bringing a genuine passion for great food and customer satisfaction to everything you do.

• Helping to maintain a safe, clean kitchen by following all relevant health and safety standards.

• Contributing to menu planning, offering fresh ideas that reflect current food trends while staying nutritious and balanced.

• Working as part of a supportive, experienced team that values professionalism and collaboration.

• Being flexible and adaptable to the needs of a boarding school, including working one evening per week (until 7pm) and the occasional Saturday.

• Holding a valid driver’s licence and access to a car, as the school’s location requires reliable transport.

We’re seeking someone who brings both experience and enthusiasm to the role. The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong background in educational catering, with a proven ability to deliver high standards in this specialised setting.

• A progressive career in the culinary world, showing continuous learning, growth, and dedication to excellence.

• A good understanding of current food trends and how to translate them into nutritious, appealing menus for young people.

• A genuine passion for food and a commitment to providing exceptional service every day.

• Solid knowledge of Health & Safety practices and how to apply them confidently in a busy kitchen environment.

• Experience working with Food Management Systems, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency.

• Confidence in managing allergy protocols with care and precision, including ingredient control and preventing cross-contamination.

• Excellent organisation and time management, with the ability to juggle tasks effectively and keep service running smoothly.

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

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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