Executive Chef

Company DescriptionUp to £37,000Holroyd 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.Can you commit to feeding hungry tummies as well as hungry minds? We serve more than just a meal in our kitchens, so are you the exceptional Executive Chef we’re looking for?If you are looking for an employer that will invest in you and develop your career further, then look no further and apply!Job DescriptionThe essential ingredient at the heart of our business is our people so we are searching for an experienced Executive Chef with a background in exceptional food catering services to join our business and work at one of our highly prestigious education settings.The site caters for day pupils as well as boarders and staff and includes not only a breakfast, lunch and supper service but also an extensive hospitality service. This operates 7 days a week.As Executive Chef you will…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.QualificationsHave worked in a similar environment at a management levelBe a proven, hands-on leader, able to invest in your team and their developmentBe naturally outgoing and vibrant, display a real passion for food and customer serviceHave excellent Health & Safety knowledgeBe financially astute and have strong IT literacyBe innovative and creative and driven by excellenceStay up to date with current food trendsAdditional InformationThere are many advantages to working for us and we provide our employees with bespoke benefits which include:Free meals whilst at workCareer development opportunitiesHIT Apprenticeships for all experience levelsReward & recognition schemesPeople awards to celebrate our employeesWork/life balanceEmployee Benefits PlatformEmployee Assistance ProgramRecommend a friend schemeCompany sick pay schemePrestigious working environmentsTeam events scheduled throughout the year28 Prorated Holiday days inclusive of bank holidaysPension schemeCompetitive salaryWe invest in the training and development of our teams to give them the appropriate skills necessary to thrive in their job roles. We have outstanding teams of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children, of all ages, meeting the bespoke requirements of our clients.“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