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Dec 28, 2025  
School Chef
School Cook- Ongoing Supply Role Location: Islington Start: ASAP Remedy Education are currently seeking an experienced and reliable School Cook to support a prestigious Academy in Islington on an ongoing basis while their Head Chef is away. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a well-run school kitchen, maintain high standards, and play a key role in the day-to-day catering operation. Alongside leading the kitchen team, you'll also oversee catering for a variety of school events and take responsibility for managing the service in the absence of the Catering Manager. Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality, restaurant-standard catering within a school environment Prepare, cook and serve meals to agreed standards and specifications Maintain full compliance with purchasing procedures and HACCP requirements Act as the first point of contact for any food quality concerns Support and guide the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operationsWhat We're Looking For:...
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CV-Library Islington, London Contractor
CL
Dec 28, 2025  
Chef - Saltburn - By The Sea
We are currently recruiting for Chefs for our prestigious client based in Saltby By the Sea area . The job will involve cooking freshly prepared meals for service users and residents of a care home . Previous experience of working in a similar environment would be ideal . You must have the below Enhanced DBS issued within the last 12 months Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate Food Allergy Certificate Health And Safety training Immediate start dates available for the right candidate Please apply online and we will be in contact
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CV-Library Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire Contractor
CL
Dec 28, 2025  
Freelance Chef
We are expanding our chef network and looking for talented, reliable freelance chefs to work across a variety of kitchens and events. What We’re Looking For We welcome chefs who are: * Passionate about creating high-quality food * Able to work confidently in fast-paced or unfamiliar kitchens * Reliable, punctual, and professionally presented * Strong communicators who work well under pressure * Knowledgeable about food safety and hygiene procedures * Flexible with shifts (daytime, evenings, weekends) Roles & Responsibilities Depending on your level, you may be required to: * Prepare and cook dishes to specification * Support service across a variety of stations * Maintain a clean, safe working environment * Assist with menu prep and stock rotation * Lead kitchen sections or supervise junior staff (higher-level roles) * Step into short-notice temporary shifts with confidence What We Offer ✔ Competitive hourly rates based on experience ✔...
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CV-Library Middlesex, Greater London Contractor
CL
Dec 27, 2025  
Cook/Chef - Care Home
Ten90 Recruitment is looking for a Cook/Chef to make a difference to the lives of people in the services we support! We are seeking a passionate and experienced Chef/Cook to join us to work within a number of different services, where we are already supplying into with care staff Your responsibilities will include the following; Prepare and cook a variety of meals, including special dietary requirements. Ensure high standards of hygiene and food safety. Manage food supplies and inventory. Collaborate with the care team to ensure meals are tailored to individual needs and preferences. Contribute to menu planning and design. May be required to assist with serving meals and/or preparing snacks. The requirements for this role include the following; Proven experience in a cooking role, preferably in a healthcare or care home setting. Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as...
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CV-Library London, UK Contractor
CL
Dec 27, 2025  
Cook/Chef - Care Home
Ten90 Recruitment is looking for a Cook/Chef to make a difference to the lives of people in the services we support! We are seeking a passionate and experienced Chef/Cook to join us to work within a number of different services, where we are already supplying into with care staff Your responsibilities will include the following; Prepare and cook a variety of meals, including special dietary requirements. Ensure high standards of hygiene and food safety. Manage food supplies and inventory. Collaborate with the care team to ensure meals are tailored to individual needs and preferences. Contribute to menu planning and design. May be required to assist with serving meals and/or preparing snacks. The requirements for this role include the following; Proven experience in a cooking role, preferably in a healthcare or care home setting. Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as...
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CV-Library Kempston, Bedfordshire Contractor
CL
Dec 26, 2025  
School Chef
️ Temporary Chef - School Catering (Darlington Area) Berry Recruitment - Darlington Branch Berry Recruitment is currently recruiting for Temporary Chefs to work across multiple schools in the Darlington area. This is an ongoing position, offering consistent weekday hours in a rewarding environment. 📍 Location: Darlington 🕒 Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:15am - 1.30pm 📅 Start Date: Immediate 💷 Pay Rate: £16.39 per hour (paid weekly via PAYE) 🔧 Key Responsibilities: Ordering food and managing stock levels within budget Building relationships with suppliers Liaising with site managers Ensuring compliance with food safety legislation✅ Requirements: Enhanced DBS check (must be current) Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate Strong communication skills High standards of hygiene Organised and methodical approach Previous catering experience⚠️ Please note: Only candidates with a valid Enhanced DBS check will be considered for this role. If you are interested, Apply now or please call...
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CV-Library Darlington, County Durham Contractor
CL
Dec 26, 2025  
Commis Chef
Benefits * Starting hourly rate with increases based on tenure * Sociable working hours * Full-time roles available with opportunities for overtime * Sunday premium * Assistance with sourcing accommodation for new hires * Monthly rent and utilities paid separately * Wellbeing and staff engagement programmes * Discounted meals * On-site parking * Subsidised gym membership * Bike-to-work scheme * Education reimbursement * Refer-a-Friend bonus * Additional training and courses available * Career progression opportunities Description Posting date: 15.09.2025 As a Commis Chef, your primary responsibility will be to assist in preparing food according to recipes, menus, and cooking standards. You will play an important role in maintaining high culinary quality and ensuring resident satisfaction. Working in a busy kitchen environment, you will contribute to menu planning, maintain a...
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CV-Library Kinsale, County Cork Contractor
CL
Dec 26, 2025  
Chef - Contract Catering - Great Hours
If you want sociable hours, weekday options and the chance to work across some of Oxfordshire’s most reliable catering sites, this is a brilliant next move. Contract Catering gives you genuine work-life balance, full rota control and weekly pay.  Contract Catering Chef: What you get  £15 to £18 per hour depending on role and experience  Weekly pay  PAYE with holiday pay accrued  A variety of shift patterns to suit you  Day shifts, Monday to Friday  Full time, part time, evenings and weekends available  Consistent, reliable work across Oxford, Banbury, Witney, Bicester and surrounding areas  Venues You Can Work In  Schools  Offices  Care homes  Leisure facilities  Banqueting and events  Festivals  Sporting venues  Fine dining  Restaurants and pubs  Contract Catering Chef: Who this job suits:  Chefs who want better balance  Chefs from any hospitality background  People who want variety and dependable income  Anyone with a great attitude and proven kitchen...
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CV-Library Oxford, UK Contractor
CL
Dec 26, 2025  
Chef - Day Shifts
We have ongoing Contract Catering & DBS Chef opportunities across Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Dudley, West Bromwich, Solihull and the wider West Midlands. Whether you want day work, evenings or weekends, there are shifts to match your schedule!  £15ph - £20ph dependent on role, experience, and venue  A variety of shift patterns to suit your lifestyle:   - Day Shifts, Monday – Friday  - Full-Time or Part-Time  - Evenings and Weekends  Weekly pay  PAYE – accrue holiday days whilst working  Our Contract Catering & DBS Chef roles span a huge mix of environments (there’s something for everyone!):   Schools  Offices  Care Homes  Leisure Facilities  Banqueting  Sporting Events  Jubilee Hospitality is a long-standing Catering & Hospitality Recruitment Agency with more than 20 years in the industry and offices across the UK. We’ve supported thousands of candidates into temporary roles at every level.  If you have experience as a Chef, even if not...
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CV-Library Staffordshire, UK Contractor
CL
Dec 26, 2025  
Head Chef - Flexible Rota
Flexible rotas and a genuine work/balance await in these Head Chef roles with respected gastro pub groups operating across Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry and nearby areas. Lead talented teams in modernised kitchens serving fresh, seasonal food.  A fantastic chance for the right candidates - also ideal for capable Sous Chefs looking to move up. Sound like you? Apply now.  An exciting Head Chef role in Birmingham  High hourly rates with weekly pay - up to £20ph  Flexible hours - choose your own rota  Paid overtime (every hour worked)  Multi-site role  Work available throughout Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry and surrounding areas  New opportunities are now available for Head Chefs within an award-winning gastro pub group celebrated for work-life balance and high-quality fresh dishes.  The group is seeking several roaming Head Chefs who are passionate about food, reliable, confident running teams, have 2+ years’ experience at senior level in a gastro pub kitchen, and their own...
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CV-Library Birmingham, UK Contractor
CL
Dec 26, 2025  
Roaming Chef - 20ph
We have ongoing opportunities across the Telford area for chefs who want reliable, well-paid shifts in some cracking venues - from wedding spaces to gastro pubs and attractive golf club shifts. Choose your hours and get started straight away. Apply today.  Roaming Chef Role: What you get  High rates up to £20 per hour  Weekly pay with immediate starts  Flexible hours, full time or part time  Paid overtime, hourly pay  Long and short-term contracts  A broad mix of venues in the Telford area  No admin, no paperwork  You will need a minimum of two years’ experience in a professional kitchen. Driving is preferred due to multiple sites, and a fresh food background or Rosette experience is a big plus.  We have steady shifts available in wedding venues, gastro pubs, tourist spots, golf clubs and stadiums.  This position suits chefs who want variety, structure and strong earning potential.  If you’re building experience or returning to fast-paced, rewarding kitchens, apply...
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CV-Library Telford, UK Contractor
CL
Dec 26, 2025  
Chef - Day or Night Shifts
We have Contract Catering Chef positions available across Stafford as well as further out. What you can benefit from is:  £15ph - £18ph dependent on role, experience, and venue  A variety of shifts which suit you and your needs:   - Day Shifts, Monday – Friday  - Full-Time or Part-Time  - Evenings and Weekends  Weekly pay  PAYE – accrue holiday days whilst working  Our Contract Catering Chef roles cover a variety of venues (there’s something for everyone!):   Schools  Offices  Care Homes  Leisure Facilities  Banqueting  Festivals  Sporting Events  Fine-Dining  Events  Restaurants and Pubs  Jubilee Hospitality is a Contract Catering and Hospitality Recruitment Agency which has been in operation for over 20 years and has offices across the country. We have helped to place thousands of temporary positions and roles over the years, at all levels.  If you do have experience as a Chef but do not as a Contract Catering Chef we recruit candidates from all hospitality...
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CV-Library Staffordshire, UK Contractor
CL
Dec 26, 2025  
Chef de partie
Job Title: Chef de Partie Location: Wetherby Pay: 13.60-£14.42 per hour Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent Start Date: ASAP Join Our Busy Kitchen in Wetherby! We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our friendly, fast-paced café kitchen in the heart of Wetherby. Renowned for our freshly prepared dishes, seasonal menus, and loyal customer base, we take pride in delivering consistently high-quality food and service. As a Chef de Partie, you'll be responsible for managing your own section of the kitchen and supporting the wider team in delivering smooth, efficient service throughout the day. LOVELY TEAM. Working Hours: 5 days per week out of 7, on a rota basis 9-hour shifts, including a 30-minute lunch break No late finishes - shifts end no later than 8.30pm Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook dishes to order in line with café standards and recipes Run a designated section of the kitchen (e.g. grill, salads, breakfast, pastry) Assist the Head...
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CV-Library Wetherby, West Yorkshire Contractor
CL
Dec 25, 2025  
Agency Chef
Job Title: Agency Chef Location: Rochester, Kent Type: Ongoing Temporary Work About the Role: We are looking for experienced and passionate Agency Chefs to join our team in Rochester. This is a fantastic opportunity for chefs who enjoy variety and flexibility, working across different kitchens and environments. Requirements: Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (essential) DBS Check (ideal - if you don't have one, we can process it for you) Previous experience in a professional kitchen Ability to work independently and adapt to different settingsWhat We Offer: Competitive hourly rates Flexible shifts to suit your availability Ongoing temporary assignmentsIf you're ready to bring your skills to a range of exciting opportunities, apply today! Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people
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CV-Library Rochester, Kent Contractor
CL
Dec 25, 2025  
Care Home Chef Bank
‍🍳 Chef – New Care Home Opening Soon! Location: Woking Hours: Full-Time Salary: Competitive Hero Recruitment is excited to be recruiting on behalf of one of our partnered care providers for an experienced Chef to join a brand-new care home opening soon in the Woking area. ✨ About the Role We are looking for a talented and passionate Chef to create nutritious, delicious, and beautifully presented meals for residents. You will cater for individual dietary needs and preferences, bringing creativity and care to every dish. 🍴 Key Responsibilities • Preparing fresh, balanced meals daily • Designing seasonal and varied menus • Catering for dietary requirements, including allergies, textures, and cultural needs • Maintaining strict hygiene, food safety, and kitchen standards • Collaborating with management to enhance the dining experience for residents 🌟 About You • Previous experience as a chef or cook is essential • Passionate about cooking with quality ingredients • Friendly,...
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CV-Library GU22, Sheerwater, Surrey Contractor
CL
Dec 25, 2025  
Head Chef - Flexible Rota
If you want genuine flexibility with your rota, better personal time and weekly pay, this Head Chef role delivers all of that while placing you in premium hotels, VIP events and luxury wedding venues across Cheltenham, Gloucester, Bath and Swindon. Don’t miss this one! Apply now.  Hotel & Events Head Chef Role: What’s on offer:  £16-£21 per hour with weekly pay  Flexible rotas you control  Beautiful hotel kitchens and high-end event sites  Paid overtime  Consistent shifts across multiple locations  These opportunities suit experienced Head Chef professionals who can lead services, support event teams and maintain exceptional standards in fast-paced premium settings. Confident Sous Chef talent ready to step up are also welcome to apply.  You’ll need reliability, strong leadership, presentation-led cooking and your own transport to move between sites.  If you want balance, variety and top-tier environments without sacrificing responsibility or earnings, this is an...
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CV-Library Gloucester, UK Contractor
CL
Dec 25, 2025  
Head Chef - Flexible Rota
Flexible rotas and genuine balance await in these Head Chef roles with an award-winning gastro pub group across Cheltenham, Gloucester and the surrounding areas. Step into modernised kitchens and lead teams delivering fresh, seasonal dishes.  A brilliant opportunity for the right candidates - also great for strong Sous Chefs ready to step up. Sound like you? Apply now.  An exciting Head Chef role in Gloucester  High hourly rates with weekly pay - up to £20ph  Flexible hours - choose your own rota  Paid overtime  Multi-site role  Work available throughout Gloucester, Cheltenham, The Cotswolds and surrounding areas  New positions are open for Head Chefs in an award-winning gastro pub group known for exceptional work-life balance and high-quality fresh food.  The group requires a number of roaming Head Chefs who are passionate about food, reliable, confident leading teams, have 2+ years at senior level in a gastro pub kitchen, and their own transport.   Ambitious Sous Chefs...
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CV-Library Gloucester, UK Contractor
CL
Dec 24, 2025  
School Menu Development Chef
Are you a passionate chef looking to make a real difference in school catering? We are seeking a School Menu Development Chef to inspire, innovate, and elevate the school meal experience across 52 schools, serving over 2 million meals a year. The Role: This isn’t your standard development chef role – you’ll be hands-on, creative, and a mentor to our catering teams. Your responsibilities will include: * Inspiring and upskilling school cooks to deliver exceptional food and service. * Working alongside management to maintain high kitchen standards through audits and recommendations. * Designing and implementing fresh, seasonal menus (in collaboration with the Food Development Officer) that meet School Food Standards and Food for Life criteria – menus change only twice per year. * Promoting school meals at events through tastings and demonstrations. * Driving continuous improvement across school and commercial kitchens, including scaling recipes for large numbers and...
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CV-Library NG2, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Contractor
CL
Dec 24, 2025  
Chef
About the Role: We're looking for a talented and passionate Chef to join an exciting culinary team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in creating high-quality, delicious dishes and wants to be part of a vibrant, customer focused environment. What you will be doing: Preparing and cooking dishes to a high standard, ensuring consistency and quality. Managing kitchen operations efficiently, maintaining cleanliness and adhering to food safety standards. Collaborating on menu development, including seasonal specials and innovative dishes. Contributing to a positive, team-oriented kitchen culture. What We're Looking For: Proven experience as a Chef or similar culinary role. Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and hygiene standards. Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment. Creativity, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering exceptional food. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. If you are...
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CV-Library Redruth, Cornwall Contractor
CL
Dec 23, 2025  
Chef
Chef – Estates & Facilities Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust 1 position at Queens Medical Centre - NG7 2UH and 1 position at City Hospital - NG5 1PB Working 5 shifts between Monday – Sunday, 7.5 hours per day between 06:30 & 18:30 £12.45 - £21.03 per hour (Shift dependant) NHS Professionals (NHSP) are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Chef to join the Estates & Facilities catering team at Nottingham University Hospitals on a temporary basis. This role is ideal for someone with catering experience who enjoys working in a busy, rewarding environment, preparing fresh, nutritious meals for patients across the Trust. You will work within the Central Production Unit, Wolfson Cystic Fibrosis Centre kitchen, and/or the Receipt and Distribution Unit, producing a wide range of meals including main courses, vegetables, salads, bakery items and therapeutic diets. Duties will include * Preparing, cooking, and serving high-quality food in line with food...
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CV-Library NG5, New Basford, Nottingham Contractor
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