Chef Wanted - Make a Difference with Your Cooking!
Do you have a passion for cooking and a heart for making a difference? We're looking for a talented and caring Chef to join our friendly, welcoming team at a charitable children's activity centre.
This is more than just a cooking role—it's an opportunity to create nutritious, comforting meals that help children feel at home during their first-ever trip away. Your food will build trust, confidence, and happy memories for every child who walks through our doors.
This is a Temporary-to-Permanent role, transitioning after an Enhanced DBS check (approx. 12 weeks).
Your Role:
1. Prepare fresh, nutritious meals, catering to dietary needs and preferences
2. Supervise a small kitchen team, ensuring smooth service and top hygiene standards
3. Maintain our 5-star food hygiene rating and uphold health & safety regulations
4. Oversee kitchen operations, assist with budgeting, and collaborate with other staff
About You:
1. MUST drive to reach our location
2. Experienced chef who enjoys working with children
3. Strong leadership skills - able to manage kitchen staff effectively
4. Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and budget management
5. MUST have: Food Hygiene Level 2 & Allergy Certification
Benefits:
1. 36-hour week (Mon - Fri, including occasional weekends)
2. Set shifts for work-life balance: Mon-Thurs: 9am-5pm, Fri: 7:30am-1:30pm
3. Flexibility to work shifts between 7am-7:30pm
4. Enhanced DBS certification applied while in role
5. On-site parking
Expected hours:
36 per week
Experience:
1. Chef: 1 year (required)
2. Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
1. Driving Licence (required due to location)
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