Agency Chef

Job title:

Agency ChefLocation:

South YorkshireContract type:

TempStarting on:

Immediate start available/ September 2025Rate of pay:

Mon- Fri from

£16.00 + Holiday pay

per hourWeekends from

£17.00 per hour + Holiday pay

per hourAre you wanting to choose the hours you work and be paid for every hour you work?Do you enjoy working in a variety of different kitchens gaining experience in all sectors of our industry?If the answer is yes, then we would love to hear from you.The role:You will be working for one of the UK''s leading recruitment agencies providing chefs cover to a variety of catering and hospitality business. Our clients are: Hotels, Golf clubs, Sporting Venues, Private clubs, Garden centres, Retirement villages, Schools, Colleges, Universities, Pubs, and Restaurants along with many other catering and hospitality venues. As a

chef , you will work in different venues providing vital cover to ensure that our clients can provide a great food offer to their customers.Benefits:Paid weeklyHourly PayFlexible working hoursFree meals whilst on dutyFree Parking available in most locationsOpportunities to gain experience in diverse venues

Key information:Immediate StartChoose your working days and we will match you with suitable shiftsWork Monday to Friday or just weekends - The choice is yours.Variety of shift patterns available for full time and part time hoursKey responsibilities include:Knowledge and ability to independently and effectively run the kitchenThe ability to supervise, engage and teach Commis Chefs and Kitchen AssistantsThe ability to delegate tasks appropriatelyAbility to work without close supervision and deliver quality workStrong ability to produce good quality food and first-rate culinary skillsStrong organisational skillsAn ability to work unsupervised and consistently deliver quality workExperience of a variety of kitchen environments and cuisinesAwareness of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)Good maths/numeracy skillsGood oral communication with all members of the teamPrepare, cook and present food as per your stationPrepare food to ordering during service as per your station/section e.g. meat, fish, vegetables, pastry, butchery, sauces, grill, starches, starters, fry, pantry and roastEnsure you and your team have high standards of food hygiene and follow the rules of health and safety practises in the kitchenMonitor portion and waste control to maintain profit marginsAs a Chef you will be/have:Strong attention to detailEnthusiasm and willingness to develop your own skills and knowledge, plus those around youFlexible and have a willingness to embrace new ideas and processesGood team management skillsTeam player qualities and the ability to work well with staff at all levels in the kitchenPositive and approachable mannerAble to thrive in a fast-paced kitchenA cool/calm/level head when under pressure and during a busy service*In the care sector need a basic awareness of allergens, special diets, portion control and recipe costings, under guidance from the Sous Chef or Head ChefQualifications/Licences/Certifications/ExperienceCity and Guilds 706/1 or 706/2 in CateringNVQ/SVQ Level 2 (or equivalent)Enhanced DBSLevel 1 and 2 Food Safety AwardsMinimum 1 year''s relevant experienceAwareness of manual handling techniquesAwareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safetyExperience of kitchen equipment including different knivesUnderstandable level of English spoken and writtenAny health and safety and food hygiene coursesBlue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great ..... full job details .....