74 jobs found in Bedford

Love food? Join us as a Chef. We're looking for passionate and talented Chefs to join the John Lewis Partnership on a flexible 0-hour contract. Whether you're preparing meals in our stores, supporting our Partner Dining Rooms, working in stunning hotel locations, or inspiring others in our Waitrose Cookery Schools-you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional food experiences. No matter where you're based, one thing stays the same: quality, creativity, and pride in every plate. What you'll be doing Preparing and presenting , high-quality dishes in a busy kitchen environment Working with the finest seasonal ingredients Keeping kitchens clean, safe, and fully compliant with food safety standards Managing stock and helping minimise food waste Supporting menu creation and development Operating kitchen equipment safely and efficiently Helping to train and develop fellow Partners In some roles, you may also engage directly with customers-sharing your passion for food and helping...

Job Title: Chef – Pub Restaurant (Temporary, Immediate Start) Location: Outskirts of Cambridge Hours: Split shifts – 12:00–14:30 & 18:00–21:00, Monday to Saturday Employment Type: Ongoing Temporary About Us: We are a welcoming pub restaurant on the outskirts of Cambridge, known for serving hearty, high-quality dishes in a friendly atmosphere. We take pride in our locally sourced ingredients and creating meals that keep our customers coming back. Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Chef to join our team. You will work split shifts, preparing and cooking meals for both lunch and dinner services. This is a hands-on role that requires efficiency, creativity, and a passion for delivering delicious food. Key Responsibilities: Prepare, cook, and present dishes to the highest standard during lunch and dinner services. Ensure consistent quality, taste, and presentation of all menu items. Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment at all times....

Chefs Needed - Cambridge 📍 Cambridge & surrounding areas 💷 £17.00 - £21.00 per hour (depending on experience) 🕒 Flexible working hours Blue Arrow is currently recruiting experienced Chefs of all levels to join our team in Cambridge, supporting a variety of clients including restaurants, contract catering sites, schools, care homes, and events. What's on offer: Competitive pay rates from £17.00 to £21.00 per hour Flexible shifts to fit around your lifestyle Opportunities for ongoing, temporary, and temp-to-perm roles Weekly pay Work across a range of kitchen environmentsKey Responsibilities: Preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes Managing your own section or assisting within a busy kitchen brigade Ensuring food hygiene and health & safety standards are maintained Supporting with menu preparation and stock control Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environmentRequirements: Previous experience as a chef (CDP level and above preferred, but all...

Class 1 Personnel are working with a client based in Cambridge to recruit a Chef for their Sites in the city centre. This is an excellent opportunity for a Chef to work in a stable environment with a strong reputation for delivering great food. The role As a Chef, you will be responsible for all aspects of service, including prep and cooking worth within a brigade in an education setting. Hospitality and Catering: Main job entails: Food preparation Service to the highest standard Overseeing kitchen cleanliness Key skills: A confident, self-motivated, and driven person. Maintain high standards for food quality and customer service. Ideally experience in delivering good quality meals Knowledge of food safety and HAACP DBS - Enhanced DBS is required Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate In this role you will be working in a well-established education centre and will be responsible for assisting the smooth running of service throughout the week. Pay: £17.14ph. We are looking for...

Class 1 Personnel are working with a client based in Cambridge to recruit a Kitchen Assistant for their Sites in the city centre. This is an excellent opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant to work in a stable environment with a strong reputation for delivering great food. The role As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be responsible for all aspects of service, including assisting with prep and serving food in an education setting. Hospitality and Catering: Main job entails: General Kitchen duties Service to the highest standard Overseeing kitchen cleanliness Key skills: A confident, self-motivated, and driven person. Maintain high standards for food quality and customer service. Ideally experience in delivering good quality meals Knowledge of food safety and HAACP DBS - Enhanced DBS is required Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate In this role you will be working in a well-established education centre and will be responsible for assisting the smooth running of service throughout the...

Peterborough 🕘 Monday to Friday ⏰ 7:00am – 3:30pm * Recruiting a Catering Assistant for a Temp to Perm role in Peterbrough. * The chosen candidate should be able to start as soon as possible. * Must have Food Safety Level 2 and Food Allergens Certificates. Skills: * Prepare and serve food and beverages efficiently. * Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. * Assist with kitchen setup and clearing duties. * Provide friendly, professional customer service. * Follow food safety procedures and team instructions. * Complete till work and basic food prep and service. IND/LS

Chefs Needed - Peterborough 📍 Peterborough & surrounding areas 💷 £17.00 - £21.00 per hour (depending on experience) 🕒 Flexible working hours Blue Arrow is currently recruiting experienced Chefs of all levels to join our team in Peterborough, supporting a variety of clients including restaurants, contract catering sites, schools, care homes, and events. What's on offer: Competitive pay rates from £17.00 to £21.00 per hour Flexible shifts to fit around your lifestyle Opportunities for ongoing, temporary, and temp-to-perm roles Weekly pay Work across a range of kitchen environments Key Responsibilities: Preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes Managing your own section or assisting within a busy kitchen brigade Ensuring food hygiene and health & safety standards are maintained Supporting with menu preparation and stock control Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment Requirements: Previous experience as a chef (CDP level and above...

Kitchen Assistant - Flexible Work Available 📍 Peterborough 💷 £12.71 - £13.00 per hour 🕒 Flexible shifts to suit your availability Blue Arrow is currently recruiting Kitchen Assistants to join our growing team, supporting a range of clients across catering environments including schools, hospitals, care homes, and commercial kitchens. What's on offer: Competitive hourly pay: £12.71 - £13.00 per hour Flexible working hours - choose shifts that fit your schedule Opportunities for ongoing and temporary roles Weekly pay Work in a variety of friendly and professional kitchens Key Responsibilities: Assisting chefs with basic food preparation Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen and work areas Washing up and operating kitchen equipment safely Supporting with stock rotation and deliveries Following food hygiene and health & safety procedures Requirements: A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team Previous kitchen or catering experience is desirable but...

Recruting for a temp catering assistant for an ongoing booking within contract catering * Basic Cooking: Assist the chef or lead cook with simple food preparation, such as washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables or fruit. * Plating & Portioning: Accurately dish up and serve meals according to strict portion control guidelines. * Customer Service: Man the food counters or hot-plates, assisting customers with food choices, dietary requirements, and answering general questions. * Beverage Prep: Set up, stock, and maintain coffee machines, water stations, and tea/coffee areas * Setup & Clearing: Prepare dining spaces by setting out tables, chairs, and trays. Clear dirty plates, wipe down tables, and reset areas between service times. * Till Operations: Operate Electronic Point of Sale (EPOS) systems, handle cash, and process card transactions (where applicable). * Deliveries & Stock: Unload deliveries, check inventory against invoices, and properly...

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and we’re here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.   When you join us, you’ll be making a positive impact on residents’ lives every day – your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. We’re committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, you’ll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.   We’re now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Chef de Partie at Chorleywood Manor Care Home in Hertfordshire. If this sounds like the place for you, we’d love to hear from you!   ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Chef de Partie will be to support the Head Chef and Sous Chef to lead a culinary team...

Job Description Workmate Agency is recruiting for a leading premium catering provider that delivers exceptional food for luxury travel and hospitality services. Operating from state-of-the-art kitchens in Oxfordshire. We are looking for passionate and dedicated Chef de Partie professionals to join a busy production kitchen based in Bicester, Oxfordshire, responsible for crafting high-quality dishes for a prestigious travel service. The Role As a Chef de Partie, you will play a vital role in the smooth running of the kitchen and maintaining the exceptionally high standards expected by our client. Working alongside a talented Head Chef, you’ll prepare premium dishes with accuracy, care, and creativity. Key Responsibilities * Work with the Head Chef, following recipe specifications accurately * Clearly label and rotate stock, ensuring all allergen information is correctly recorded * Prepare, produce, and pack food to the highest standards and within set timeframes * Maintain...

Join Our Team as an Event Host - Catering! Location: Stamford Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: £14.00 Dates: 13th June 2026 Are you a vibrant, energetic individual with a passion for hosting and a flair for catering? We're seeking two enthusiastic Event Hosts to join our dynamic team for an unforgettable evening of media, entertainment, and cultural celebration! If you thrive in lively environments and love engaging with people, this is the perfect opportunity for you! What You'll Do: As an Event Host, you'll play a pivotal role in creating a memorable experience for our guests. Your responsibilities will include: Welcoming guests with a warm smile and friendly attitude. Coordinating with catering teams to ensure smooth service and delicious food presentation. Assisting in setting up and breaking down event spaces. Engaging with attendees and providing information about the event. Ensuring that all guests feel comfortable and catered to throughout the event. Who You Are:...

Role: Temporary Nursery Cook Duration: 27th July to 28th August Location: Gerrards Cross SL9, Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: £15 P/H Why join our client's Family? You are an amazing Nursery Cook who has previous experience of being a lead chef or standalone cook managing a small kitchen and planning menus for the nursery. Our Client believes that a well-cared for team results in well-cared for children. That is why they strive to offer their staff every opportunity to develop with us to reach their full potential. The Role Our client are looking for an experienced temporary Nursery Cook who already has some experience as a Cook / Chef in a School, Nursery or Care home environment. You will be responsible for: * Cooking for up to 65 children between the ages of 5 months to 5 years old on a daily basis for the duration of the temporary contract. * Ensuring all special dietary requirements are met daily and recorded; * Working closely with the Manager and Nursery...

Job Description: Our established client based in Haverhill is currently looking for Production Operatives who are passionate about delivering the highest standards of food production, ensuring all health and food safety measures are followed. You will be a crucial part of the company’s growth. If you are looking to join and grow in an ambitious, mission-driven team this would be a perfect opportunity for you! Hours of work are: * Monday to Friday: 06:00am to 18:00pm Salary: £12.85 per hour. Key Responsibilities: * Operate safely and follow all health, hygiene, and safety procedures, wearing protective equipment correctly. * Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet specification standards. * Unpack, pack, load, and unload boxes, raw materials, and finished goods. * Support general tasks including waste processing, order packing, and maintaining a clean work environment. * Maintain facility hygiene, including floors, walls, conveyors, and equipment,...

Chef – Nursing Homes in West London Pay Rate: £15 per hour Company: Tezlom Are you a passionate and reliable Chef looking for flexible work? Tezlom is currently recruiting experienced Chefs to support nursing homes across West London on a bank (ad-hoc) basis The Role You will be responsible for preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for residents in nursing and care homes, ensuring all dietary requirements and food safety standards are met. Key Responsibilities * Prepare and cook meals in line with care home standards and residents’ needs * Cater for special dietary requirements (e.g. soft diets, allergies, cultural needs) * Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen * Follow all food safety and HACCP guidelines * Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Requirements * Previous experience as a Chef (ideally in a care home, hospital, or similar setting) * Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above) * Knowledge of dietary requirements...

Position: Production Line Bakery Assistant Vanta Staffing is currently seeking 5 Production Line Bakery Assistants to join our dynamic and growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with a passion for baking or food production, and a strong work ethic. You will play a crucial role in supporting our bakery operations, ensuring high-quality products and maintaining a smooth workflow. Please note that this is a fast-paced working environment. Location: Iver, Buckinghamshire Pay: £12.71 per hour Shifts: 06:00 AM - 14:00 PM 07:00 AM -15:00 PM 10:00 AM -18:00 PM 14:00 PM - 22:00 PM Key Responsibilities: Assist in the preparation, baking, and packaging of bakery products. Maintain a clean and organised work environment in compliance with health and safety standards. Operate bakery equipment safely and efficiently. Requirements: Previous experience in a bakery or food production environment is a plus, but not essential (training will be provided). Flexibility to...

Relief Sushi Chef - London - 2 weeks work - Restaurant - Live Out - ASAP Start Platinum Recruitment are working with a very busy Sushi restaurant in Central London, and we have an opportunity for a motivated Relief Sushi Chef to start with the team ASAP, this is an 2 week temporary assignment starting 16th June. What's in it for you? Flexible working hours. The opportunity to travel the UK (free accommodation provided) or stay in your local area. Weekly pay (paid each Friday). Meals provided while on duty. Temp to Perm option with many of our clients. Referral Scheme up to £250 via Platinum Recruitment. What's involved? As a Relief Sushi Chef you will be supporting our clients on a temporary basis, to ensure the smooth running of their kitchens. You may do various kitchen or cooking duties or could be assigned to work on one particular section. You could cover as a Relief Chef de Partie through to Head Chef, and everything in between. Maintaining high standards of food...

Berkeley Scott Recruitment are current recruiting for Catering Assistants for various school contracts across Surrey along with other sites such as hospitals, offices and more! Benefits for our School Catering Assistants Immediate Starts  £12,71 to £13.00 Flexible Shift Patterns to fit your schedule Weekly Pay for your hard work Opportunities to work at various sites across Surrey and surrounding areas Key Responsibilities of our School Catering Assistant: Assist in the preparation and serving of hot and cold food items Help clear and close the unit at the end of each shift Maintain standards in line with food safety and food allergen legislation Assist with special events and buffets as required Our ideal School Catering Assistant: Pay rates differ depending on client, experience and role. £12,71 to £13.00 Previous experience in a catering or food service role is ESSENTIAL Use of till and/or computerised stock system is advantageous Food Safety & Food Allergen...

Temporary Nursery Chefs – London 💷 £16 per hour | ⏰ Typical shifts: 7:00am – 4:00pm We are currently recruiting experienced and reliable Temporary Chefs to work across a range of nurseries throughout London. This is a fantastic opportunity for chefs who are passionate about preparing nutritious meals for young children in a rewarding environment. Key Responsibilities: * Prepare, cook, and present healthy, balanced meals tailored to children * Cater for allergies, dietary requirements, and cultural preferences * Maintain high standards of cleanliness and kitchen organisation * Follow food safety procedures, including temperature checks and record keeping * Prevent cross-contamination and comply with all health & safety regulations Requirements: * Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (minimum) * Allergy Awareness training * Strong understanding of food safety regulations and children’s nutritional needs * Experience working in a similar environment...

TEMP TO PERM OPPORTUNITY - IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE! Chef de Partie (CDP) We are currently partnering with a leading aviation catering provider at TW4. Location: TW4 Area Hourly Rate: £16.36 (starting rate) Contract: Temp to Perm Hours: Full-time, Fully flexible - early shifts, late shifts, weekends & bank holidays Role Overview: Chef de Partie required to work within a high-volume aviation catering environment, supporting the production of food to strict airline standards within a structured and fast-paced operation. Key Responsibilities: Prepare, cook, and present dishes in line with airline specifications Take responsibility for a designated kitchen section Maintain consistent quality, portion control, and hygiene standards Support junior kitchen staff where required Contribute to smooth daily kitchen operations within a large-scale production setting Candidate Requirements: Minimum 3 years' experience as a Chef de Partie or equivalent level...