Commis Chef Saturdays

OverviewAs a Commis Chef you will collaborate with our 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.ResponsibilitiesAssist the Head 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 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.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.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.QualificationsPrevious experience working in a similar role within a contract catering company or educational institution preferred.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.Additional InformationHolroyd 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 :SustainabilitySustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.NutritionWe 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 InnovationWe 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 opportunity 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; it is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if you are barred from working with children. We will require an Enhanced DBS with Barred List check for all successful applicants and shortlisted applicants will be subject to appropriate information regarding any criminal offences and to an online search of publicly available information on suitability to work with children.This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.Remote Work : NoEmployment Type : Part-timeKey SkillsClose Protection, Attorney, Fire And Gas, Light Vehicle Driving, ACCA, BroadcastExperience : yearsVacancy : 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr