Chef de Partie - No evenings!

Company Description Title: Chef de Partie – no evenings! Location: Stowe School, Stowe, Buckingham, MK18 Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum + amazing benefits! Benefits: Up to 28 days holiday 3 volunteering days 3 days grandparent leave 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave Bespoke training and development opportunities Pension and life insurance Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema Wellbeing hub Access to employee assistance programme Free meals whilst at work Career development opportunities HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels Are you a Chef de Partie looking for a rewarding opportunity? Join us at one of our most prestigious independent schools as a Chef de Partie and help create meals that inspire our students. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chef de Partie with a background in exceptional food catering services to join our business and work at one of our highly prestigious education settings. Nestled in the heart of Buckingham, this prestigious independent school, Stowe Schoolcaters for up to 3,000 pupils as well asboarders and staff and includes not only a breakfast, lunch and supper service but also an extensive hospitality service. This operates 7 days a week, but you will you work 5 days over 7 as the schedule is well-organised across our large team to help you maintain a positive work-life balance. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Chef de Partie to make a name for themselves and grown within one of the \’s leading contact catering company who are setting the new standard for education catering. Job Description As a Chef de Partie 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. 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. 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 and Sous 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. Qualifications 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. Additional Information Holroyd 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: Sustainability Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals. Nutrition We 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 Innovation We 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 opportunities 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 and therefore we require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List Check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding their criminal offences.” This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references. IND1