19 jobs found in Northampton

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 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:...

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...

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

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...

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....

Night Chef 📍 Witney 🕕 6pm to 2am, Monday to Friday We are currently recruiting for an experienced and reliable Night Chef to join a friendly team in Witney. The successful candidate will be confident and committed to maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene. * All hands on deck, involving all duties around the kitchen * Preparing and serving meals for on-site staff * Ensuring excellent food hygiene and kitchen safety standards * Managing workload efficiently during busy periods * Managing and overlooking the kitchen operation as needed CAT/HS Previous chef and catering experience needed. Valid Food Safety Level 2 Certificate Valid Food Allergens Certificate. Reliable, organised, and able to work independently

Recruting for a temp catering assistant for an ongoing booking within contract catering for late shift 6pm til 2am * 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...

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...

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...

Location: Redditch Type: Temp to Perm Shift: Monday – Friday, 05:00 – 13:30  Our client is a leading supplier of seafood products to major UK supermarkets. Key Duties Prepare ingredients Follow instructions accurately Operate machine, perform simple maintenance of it Complete basic paperwork Perform temperature checks Maintain a clean and hygienic work area, basic clean down between cooks Ensure products meet quality and legal standards Follow instructions from line leaders Adhere to all Health & Safety regulations Requirements Good English communication Confident with weighing, counting, and handling ingredients Willing to work with shellfish and pork products Reliable, motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment Responsible and reliable Good understanding of workplace rules and expectations Responsibilities Follow instructions accurately Handle raw materials safely (manual handling) Operate machinery safely Deal with hot temperature ingredients Label...

Location: Redditch Type: Temp to Perm During training: Monday – Friday, 05:00 – 13:30  After training completed: Sunday – Thursday, 05:00 – 13:30 Our client is a leading supplier of seafood products to major UK supermarkets. Key Duties Prepare sauces following recipes Follow written instructions and recipes accurately Complete basic paperwork Handle large packages of ingredients Maintain a clean and hygienic work area Ensure products meet quality and legal standards Follow instructions from line leaders Adhere to all Health & Safety regulations Requirements Good English communication Confident with weighing, counting, and handling ingredients Willing to work with shellfish and pork products Reliable, motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment Responsible and reliable Good understanding of workplace rules and expectations Responsibilities Measure and mix ingredients accurately Handle raw materials safely (manual handling) Operate machinery safely Label...

Location: Redditch Type: Temp to Perm Shift: Monday – Friday, 05:00 – 13:30  Our client is a leading supplier of seafood products to major UK supermarkets. Key Duties Prepare and weigh up ingredients Follow written instructions and recipes accurately Operate cook pot based on recipes Complete basic paperwork Follow alergen segregation rules Maintain a clean and hygienic work area, basic clean down between cooks Ensure products meet quality and legal standards Follow instructions from line leaders Adhere to all Health & Safety regulations Requirements Good English communication Confident with weighing, counting, and handling ingredients Willing to work with shellfish and pork products Reliable, motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment Responsible and reliable Good understanding of workplace rules and expectations Responsibilities Measure and weigh up ingredients accurately Handle raw materials safely (manual handling) Operate machinery safely Label...

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...

Blue Arrow Spalding is on the lookout for passionate, reliable chefs to join our growing team. Whether you are looking to increase your income, gain flexibility, or enjoy variety in your work, Blue Arrow offers opportunities designed to fit around you. We are looking for chefs to work in a range of environments including: schools, care homes, hospitals, leisure, and more. What's in It for You? · Flexible shifts - choose when and where you work · Competitive hourly pay - paid weekly (£16-£20 per hour, paid weekly) · A wide variety of venues - hotels, restaurants, contract catering, events & more · Ongoing work opportunities with a trusted UK-wide agency Who Are We Looking For? We'd love to hear from you if you if: Have previous experience as a Chef (CDP, Sous, Head Chef or equivalent) Can step into different kitchen environments with confidence Hold a Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene certificate (or are willing to obtain one) Are reliable, professional, and passionate...