£14.27 per hour
About the Role
Pertemps Edinburgh Contracts seeks a Chef for a public sector client in Joppa, with shifts spanning 24 to 36 hours weekly. This temporary, ongoing assignment pays £14.27 per hour and offers full-time or part-time arrangements, potentially leading to a permanent post. Duties involve preparing fresh, nutritious daily meals, cooking ahead for weekend service, ordering supplies, and managing stock. You will also complete temperature checks and uphold food safety documentation. A PVG certificate for Children, or both Children and Adults, is mandatory; fees are £59 for new applications or £18 for updates, payable by you. Starting immediately after background checks, this role suits a culinary professional seeking steady local work.
Pertemps are currently recruiting for a Chef to join our public sector client on a temporary basis!
📍 Location: Edinburgh East – Various locations
🕒 Hours: 24–36 hours per week available
💷 Pay Rate: £14.27 per hour
📅 Duration: Temporary ongoing, with the possibility of a permanent opportunity
🔑 Start Date: ASAP, subject to completion of background checks
Please note: This role requires a PVG Certificate for Children, or both Children and Adults. The cost is £59 for a new application or £18 to update an existing certificate, payable by the successful applicant.
💼 Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious meals each day
- Prepare meals in advance for weekend service
- Order food supplies and manage stock levels
- Complete temperature checks and maintain food safety records
- Carry out daily kitchen hygiene and compliance checks
- Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised and ready for each service
- Cater for a range of dietary, cultural and religious requirements
🙌 The Successful Candidate Should:
- Have previous experience working as a Cook or Chef
- Be reliable, organised and able to work independently
- Have a good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety
- Be confident managing stock and placing food orders
- Have experience catering for a variety of dietary requirements (desirable)
- Hold, or be willing to obtain, a PVG for working with children
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