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Holroyd Howe

Location:
United Kingdom, Ewhurst, Cranleigh

Category:
Gastronomy

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

17.40 - 17.42 GBP / Hour

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef – Term Time Only. We are ideally looking for a committed and enthusiastic Sous Chef, looking to take a step up to join the kitchen team at Duke of Kent School, a leading day independent school in Guildford. 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.

Job Responsibility:

Support food preparation
Help maintain high standards
Play a vital role in the delivery of daily meals and special events
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
Menu planning and development, taking into consideration dietary restrictions, nutritional guidelines, and seasonal ingredients
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

Requirements:

Previous 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
Have excellent organisation skills
Be a team player and enjoy succeeding as a team
Right to Work in the UK
Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check

What we offer:

3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about
3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments
24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
Bespoke training & development opportunities
Pension & life insurance
Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App
Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme
Free meals while at work
Career development & HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 09, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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