Executive Head Chef

21 hours ago

Upper Colwall, United Kingdom Holroyd Howe Full time
Job Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Executive Chef to lead our culinary team at Malvern College, a prestigious independent school located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The successful candidate will be responsible for curating an exciting and varied menu that mirrors the school's standards of excellence, working closely with a dedicated team to inspire and develop culinary talent, and fostering a culture of creativity and excellence.

This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on an exceptional school community, and to be part of exciting new projects at the school, from enhancing dining experiences to supporting large-scale events and hospitality services.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing, training, and supporting a team, and will be financially astute, with excellent coaching, delegation, and influencing skills.

They will also have the ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, multi-faceted, creative environment, and to thrive under pressure.

As a key member of our team, the Executive Chef will be responsible for:

  • Crafting imaginative and nutritionally balanced menus that cater to diverse tastes, dietary preferences, and nutritional needs of our students.
  • Leading a dynamic kitchen team by example, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and efficiency.
  • Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality and service.
  • Maintaining strict adherence to health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and organized kitchen environment.


Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-volume, quality-focused environment.
  • Excellent coaching, delegation, and influencing skills.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, multi-faceted, creative environment.
  • Meticulous organizational abilities and a high attention to detail.
  • Empathetic, clear, and highly effective verbal and written communication.
  • Ability to adapt to challenges and opportunities with a solution-oriented perspective.
  • Excellent strategic thinking and critical reasoning skills.


About Us

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to sustainability, nutrition, and food innovation, and on creating engaging and fun dining experiences for our students.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expect all employees to share this commitment.

We will require an Enhanced DBS check for all successful applicants, and will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding any criminal offences.

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

We look forward to hearing from you.

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