Executive Chef

3 weeks ago

Brentwood, Essex, United Kingdom Holroyd Howe Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Chef to join our team at Holroyd Howe, a leading contract caterer in the UK. As a Senior Chef, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality food services to our clients, while also contributing to the development of our culinary team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist the Head Chef in all aspects of food preparation, production, and service, ensuring the highest standards of quality and presentation.
  • Supervise and train kitchen staff, kitchen assistants, and ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation procedures.
  • Collaborate with the catering team to execute special events, themed dinners, and other culinary initiatives, showcasing your creativity and expertise.
  • Oversee stock control and ordering to maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing waste, ensuring efficient kitchen operations.
  • 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, promoting a culture of excellence and innovation.
Requirements
  • Previous experience working in a similar role within a contract catering company or educational institution, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality food services.
  • Culinary degree or relevant certifications from a recognized culinary institute, with a deep understanding of food safety standards and best practices.
  • Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices, with the ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure in a high-volume kitchen environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues, clients, and suppliers.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required, with a commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
  • Fun and enthusiastic approach to work, with a passion for food, service, and teamwork.
  • Excellent organisation skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, with a commitment to supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive working environment.
About Holroyd Howe

Holroyd Howe is a leading contract caterer in the UK, providing fresh, innovative food services to independent schools and colleges. We pride ourselves on our commitment to sustainability, nutrition, and food innovation, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences.

We offer a range of training opportunities and experiences, including tasting tables, theme days, and food theatre, to attract chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team. Our team is dedicated to making mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We require all employees to share this commitment, and we will conduct Enhanced DBS checks and online searches of public available information on suitability to work with children for all successful applicants.

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