Culinary Director for Schools

1 month ago


Great Bookham, Surrey, United Kingdom Holroyd Howe Full time
About Us

Holroyd Howe is a leading contract caterer in the UK, providing fresh and innovative food services to independent schools and colleges. Our team of experienced professionals tailors our catering service provision to meet the unique requirements of each school.

Job Summary

We are seeking an exceptional Head Chef to join our team. As a Culinary Director for Schools, you will work closely with your team to develop a great work relationship and provide excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities
  • Craft imaginative and nutritionally balanced menus that cater to diverse tastes, dietary preferences, and nutritional needs of our students with the Chef Manager.
  • Lead a dynamic kitchen team by example, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and efficiency.
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality and service.
  • Maintain strict adherence to health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and organised kitchen environment.
  • To help maintain budgets, as well as stock control.
Requirements

We are looking for an individual with excellent presentation, organisational, and communication skills who demonstrates a real passion for food & service and possesses bags of enthusiasm.

Ideally City and Guild 706 1, 2, 3 or NVQ equivalent. Proven track record of holding similar position for the past 2-3 years.

Benefits
  • Term time only, with occasional opportunities for over time.
  • 06:45 - 14:30 Monday to Friday.
  • 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.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Competitive salary £16.50 per hour.


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