Full time

Chef

Pertemps Glasgow Contracts

Dundee, Dundee City, DD1 3AS

£14.55 per hour

Posted: 24 September 2026 (Yesterday)

Closing date: 24 October 2026

Ref: 60985228

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About the Role

Pertemps Glasgow Contracts seeks two Chefs for an NHS hospital catering service in Dundee. This full-time post pays £14.55 hourly, with shifts spread across four or five days weekly, roughly 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Availability every Thursday and Friday is essential; other days flex around service demand. The Chef prepares, cooks and serves varied dishes, including therapeutic diets, for patients, staff and visitors. High-volume catering demands sound food safety knowledge, hygiene discipline and cleanliness. Applicants should cope well with bulk cooking, follow recipes precisely and collaborate with kitchen colleagues. Relevant commercial or institutional kitchen experience is expected.

Job Title: Chefs (2 Positions Available)
Location: Dundee DD2 1UB
Pay Rate: £14.55 per hour
Hours/Shift Pattern: 4 – 5 days per week, shifts between approx. 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Working Days: Availability on Thursday and Friday is mandatory; additional days are flexible based on service needs.
About the RolePertemps is currently recruiting for 2 x Chefs to join our agency team supporting one of our NHS hospital catering services.
In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving a wide range of dishes—including therapeutic dietary options—for patients, staff, and visitors. You will work within a fast-paced environment delivering high-volume catering while upholding strict food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards.
Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Service: Cook and present meals following standard recipes and departmental nutrition guidelines.
Hygiene & Compliance: Maintain high food hygiene standards and comply strictly with HACCP, COSHH, and Manual Handling guidelines.
Record Keeping: Timeously complete temperature logs, quality checks, and food safety documentation.
Safety & Equipment: Operate kitchen machinery safely, report equipment hazards, and maintain a "clean as you go" standard.
Stock & Supplies: Safely receive, check, store, and manage food stock and consumables economically.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

Experience: 3 years of cooking experience, ideally including large-scale or high-volume catering.
Qualifications: SVQ Level 3, City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2, or equivalent qualification.
Certifications: REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate (or equivalent).
Knowledge: Sound understanding of HACCP, COSHH, Manual Handling, and Food Safety Management.
Key Skills: Ability to work efficiently under pressure to strict meal times, strong organizational and communication skills, and good adaptability.

How to ApplyIf you are a qualified chef looking for flexible agency work with a reliable hourly rate, apply today by getting in touch with us!
Contact: tea.kolacko@pertemps.co.uk

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