Agency Chef

Platinum-Recruitment; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment in Southampton is seeking reliable Agency Chefs for immediate starts across pubs, hotels, restaurants and events. Flexible shifts and weekly pay help you fit work around your lifestyle.

You’ll step into busy kitchens, deliver high-quality dishes, adapt to different venues, and maintain clean, efficient workspaces. Roles span Chef de Partie to Head Chef with day-to-day responsibilities across diverse sites.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Up-to-date Food Hygiene and Allergen certificates.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality dishes to venue standards.
• Adapt quickly to different kitchens and teams.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient workspace.
• Work professionally under pressure.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen and front of house teams.

Skills

Time management

Flexibility

Communication

Reliability

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate

Allergen Certificate

Job description

Salary: GBP17 - GBP22 per hour

Agency Chef – Flexible Temp Work Available Now – Earn Up to £22.02/hr + Weekly Pay

Immediate Agency Chef opportunities available now with flexible shifts and weekly pay.

Agency Chef roles are available right now in Southampton, offering flexible temporary work across a variety of kitchens. Whether you're looking to fill gaps, pick up extra shifts, or secure consistent work, this is a great opportunity to join a busy and growing team with immediate starts.

With demand already building in Southampton, now is the perfect time to get registered and start working straight away as an Agency Chef.

Why apply / What’s in it for you?

• Earn up to £21.00 per hour, depending on role
• You’ll be paid weekly, every Friday
• Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle
• Immediate access to a variety of ongoing workGain experience across pubs, hotels, restaurants, events and contract catering
• Have the option of local Southampton work or opportunities across the UK
• Benefit from temp-to-perm opportunities for longer‑term stability
• Receive referral rewards through our Platinum Scheme

Rates of Pay:

• Chef de Partie – From £17.94 per hour (including holiday pay)
• Sous Chef – From £19.98 per hour (including holiday pay)
• Head Chef – From £22.02 per hour (including holiday pay)

Key Responsibilities:

As an Agency Chef, you’ll step into busy kitchens and provide immediate support where needed:

• Deliver high-quality dishes to each venue’s standards
• Adapt quickly to different kitchens and teams
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient workspace
• Work professionally under pressure
• Communicate effectively with kitchen and front of house teams

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for reliable chefs in Southampton who are ready to start work immediately:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, Sous Chef or Head Chef
• Up-to-date Food Hygiene and Allergen certificates
• A professional, proactive attitude with strong timekeeping
• Ability to adapt quickly to new environments
• Two references to support your experience

Job Number │ KH955 / INDSOTONCHEF
Location │ Southampton
Role │ Agency Chef