Assistant Chef

NuStaff is recruiting on behalf of a client seeking an experienced Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering a large, commercially viable catering service. This is a great opportunity for a skilled chef to work across a busy restaurant and kiosk operation, catering for both on-site and off-site hospitality and events. The Role You''ll support the Head Chef in preparing and delivering high-quality food across a large customer base, helping build a customer-focused kitchen culture and deputising for the Head Chef when required. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the preparation and delivery of food production to a high standard of quality, taste, and cost management Catering for on-site hospitality as well as off-site events Helping create menus, including healthy, nutritious, and dietary-specific options, factoring in seasonal availability and customer feedback Providing on-the-job instruction and support to the kitchen team Maintaining health, safety, and hygiene standards in line with food safety legislation, including allergen compliance Supporting day-to-day procurement of kitchen and restaurant goods, monitoring quality and price Using catering software (including EPOS and click-and-collect systems) to manage stock, sales, and financial performance What You''ll Need Essential: City and Guilds 706/1, 706/2, or NVQ equivalent qualification Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate Proven ability to produce high-quality, creative food with awareness of current culinary ..... full job details .....