Sous Chef

2 weeks ago

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Holroyd Howe Full time
Job Opportunity: Sous Chef

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team at Holroyd Howe, a leading contract caterer in the UK. As a Sous Chef, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences to our clients, working closely with our Executive Chef to craft flavourful dishes that nourish both body and mind.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for food and service, with excellent presentation, organisational, and communication skills. You will be able to demonstrate a real enthusiasm for culinary excellence and menu innovation, with a strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen environment, collaborating with our culinary team to execute special events, themed dinners, and other culinary initiatives. You will also be responsible for supervising and training kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation procedures.

We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including 28 days holiday, bespoke training and development opportunities, and access to our employee assistance programme. If you are a creative and motivated Sous Chef looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Executive Chef in all aspects of food preparation, production, and service.
  • Ensure the quality and presentation of all dishes meet the company's standards and client expectations.
  • Supervise and train kitchen staff, kitchen assistants, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation procedures.
  • Assist in menu planning and development, taking into consideration dietary restrictions, nutritional guidelines, and seasonal ingredients.
  • Oversee stock control and ordering to maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing waste.
  • Collaborate with the catering team to execute special events, themed dinners, and other culinary initiatives.
  • Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment, always following health and safety regulations.
  • Support the Head Chef in administrative tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and maintaining records of food costs and inventory.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, culinary techniques, and new ingredients to continuously enhance the menu offerings and overall dining experience.
  • Foster a positive working environment by demonstrating leadership qualities, effective communication, and teamwork.

Requirements:

  • 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.

About Holroyd Howe:

Holroyd Howe is a leading contract caterer in the UK, providing fresh and innovative food services to independent schools and colleges. We pride ourselves on our commitment to sustainability, nutrition, and food innovation, and offer a range of training opportunities and experiences to our team members.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity, and we require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List check for all successful applicants.

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

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