Commis Chef

Job Title: Commis Chef

Location: St Margaret's School - Bushey

Contract Type: Full Time - Term Time+

Salary: £22k-£24k Per Year

About the role

We are looking for a motivated and eager Commis Chef to join the kitchen team at St Margaret's - Bushey. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your culinary skills in a supportive, food-led environment. You will assist with food preparation, learn from experienced chefs, and help maintain the highest standards in food safety and quality.

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.

The safety and wellbeing of the people we serve is at the heart of everything we do. A key element is effective allergen management; achieved through training, communication, and care, we create mealtimes where every pupil has a safe experience. Our mission is simple: to provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their job and our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

Responsibilities

Assist in food preparation and mise en place; Support kitchen colleagues with daily service and presentation; Follow food safety, hygiene, and allergen control procedures; Keep kitchen areas clean and organised; Learn and develop culinary skills under the guidance of senior chefs; Support catering for special events and functions; Accountability for following and championing allergen controls; Maintain your online training profile

Requirements

A keen interest in food and cooking, eager to learn and develop skills; Good attention to detail and understanding of hygiene practices; Team player with a positive and flexible attitude; Previous kitchen experience or relevant training is beneficial but not essential - training will be given; Willingness to work in an education or high-profile catering environment is desirable

Benefits

28 days holiday (including bank holidays); 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 through apprenticeships for all experience levels.