Chef de Partie Job at Holroyd Howe (Bath)

Job Description

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team at Royal High School - Bath. You’ll support food preparation, help maintain high standards, and play a vital role in the delivery of daily meals and special events. You will be joining Holroyd Howe, 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. Our mission is simple: 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. This role is mostly term time with 4 weeks work for summer school. This is a boarding school so breakfasts, weekends and evenings (06:30 - 19:30) would be part of your normal work pattern so you must be flexible within these times

Job Responsibility

Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the standards set by the head/sous chef
ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times
Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensure cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
Team Collaboration – communicate effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary
Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation
Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order

Requirements

Proven experience working in as a Chef de Partie or similar role is essential
Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong communication and teamwork abilities
Works according to the Holroyd Howe core values
Must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK
Must be flexible to work breakfasts, weekends and evenings (06:30 - 19:30)
An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required