Chef de Partie - Private School

Location: Radstock

‍🍳 Chef de Partie

📍 Private Independent School near Bath (BA3 4RJ
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💼 Permanent | 52 weeks (term-time considered)

💷 £28,000 - £32,000 per annum

Blue Arrow is recruiting a Chef de Partie for a prestigious private independent school near Bath, offering a rare opportunity to work in a structured, professional kitchen with excellent work-life balance and long-term career progression.

You'll be joining Holroyd Howe, one of the UK's leading education contract caterers, delivering fresh, seasonal food in an environment that genuinely values its chefs.

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- ⭐ Why this role stands out

£28k-£32k salary (DOE)

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Term-time only option available

Free meals on shift

No late nights

Stable, supportive kitchen environment

Clear progression & funded training

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- 🎁 Benefits & wellbeing

3 volunteering days per year

3 days grandparent leave

24 weeks enhanced maternity leave

Bespoke training & development

HIT Apprenticeships available

Pension & life insurance

Perkbox App - discounts on retail, cinema & holidays

Wellbeing hub & Employee Assistance Programme

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- 🔪 The role

As Chef de Partie, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, supporting high standards of food quality, presentation and safety.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations

Managing mise en place and smooth service delivery

Maintaining food safety, allergen and hygiene standards

Contributing ideas to menu planning and food innovation

Supporting school events and functions

Working collaboratively within a professional kitchen team

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- 👤 About you

Experience as a Chef de Partie or Sous Chef

Background in contract catering, education, or B&I preferred

Passion for fresh, seasonal food

Strong attention to detail and food safety standards

A positive, flexible and proactive team player

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- 🌱 Our values

Holroyd Howe prides itself on:

People first - investing in teams and careers

Great food, always - fresh, authentic, tailored menus

Food education - helping young people develop healthy food habits

Respect & integrity in everything we do

Fresh thinking - creativity in food, service and teamwork

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- 🛡 Safeguarding & compliance

Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

All roles involve regulated activity with children and require an Enhanced DBS check.

Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

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- 📞 Apply today

For more information or to apply, contact:

Ashley Cooper

Executive Consultant - Blue Arrow

📍 Bristol: (phone number removed)

📍 Exeter: (phone number removed)

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