Regional Relief Chef - Mostly Monday - Friday!

Title: Regional Relief Chef Manager

Location: Crawley, West Sussex (and the surrounding - South-East Region).

Salary: £38,000 per annum + company car      

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday 
• 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 HAPI 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 an experienced, Senior Chef who enjoys working independently and looking for their next, rewarding opportunity? If so, then look no further than our Relief Team and be part of an organisation who put young people at their heart and help create meals that inspire our students!

You will be responsible for covering a patch of Independent Schools in our ever-expanding 'South East,' region encompassing a 40 to 50-mile radius around Crawley. We provide a company car or cover mileage and fuel expenses. We are flexible regarding hours, contracts, and locations for the right candidate.

Experience as part of a Relief Team within contract-catering/Education is preferred, however not essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Head Chef or Chef Manager to make a name for themselves within our contract catering company and be a part of setting the new standard for education catering!

As a Relief Chef you will not only be at the heart of our thriving organisation, but collaborate with our senior culinary team to craft flavourful dishes that nourish both body and mind.

As well as having an excellent presentation, organisational and communication skills, you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for food & service and possess bags of enthusiasm.

• Cover long-term sickness, general absences, holidays and recruitment gaps
• Ensure the quality and presentation of all dishes meet the company's standards and client expectations.
• Assist in menu planning and development, taking into consideration dietary restrictions, nutritional guidelines, and seasonal ingredients.
• Quickly adapt to different kitchen environments and team dynamics.
• Fill in for permanent chefs as needed, maintaining consistency and quality.
• Be available to work in various locations within the designated geographical area.
• Collaborate with the catering team to execute special events, themed dinners, and other culinary initiatives.
• Foster a positive working environment by demonstrating leadership qualities, effective communication, and teamwork.

• Previous experience working in a similar role within a contract catering company or educational institution 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.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Fun and enthusiastic
• Have excellent organisation skills.
• Be a team player and enjoy succeeding as a team.
• Have a flexible approach to work.

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 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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