Private school Boarding Chef/ Sous Chef

Holroyd Howe • Thirsk, England • Posted June 11, 2026

About the Role

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and cook meals for boarding students and staff
  • Ensure meals are nutritious, balanced, and age-appropriate
  • Participate in the design of varied weekly menus
  • Work within school nutrition guidelines and budgets
  • Introduce healthy eating options and seasonal ingredients
  • Help plan meals for themed nights and school functions
  • Motivate the team to deliver high standards of food and service
  • Ensure food safety and allergen controls are consistently met
  • Manage mise en place and ensure smooth, timely service
  • Support events and functions alongside school life
  • Accountability for following and championing allergen controls

Qualifications

Candidate Profile:

  • Ideally, you will have experience as an Sous Chef, or Chef de Partie within a contract catering environment, preferab...