Autonomous Chef – Seasonal Menu Mastery, Flexible Shifts

OCS; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OCS Academy

Digital Learning

Wagestream pay

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a dedicated Chef to join our Catering team in Peterborough. You will deliver outstanding food and drink offerings to clients and site visitors, ensuring top quality, safe preparation and service.

The role requires flexibility for 5 on 2 off shifts, strong teamwork, and a proactive approach to maintaining cleanliness, inventory, and customer service. Training and development opportunities are available through the OCS Academy.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
• Willing to attain the highest standards possible.
• Autonomous in approach but able to work well in a team.
• Ideally you will have your food handling certificate – but we can help you achieve this!
• Background in contract catering would be ideal but not essential.
• Ideally City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or level 2 diploma in Professional Cookery (or equivalent).
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety and food safety.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills as you interact with customers and onsite clients.
• A real passion for food and service, with the ability to prepare and cook good quality seasonal food.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring food quality and taste are of the highest standard.
• Managing inventory of stock and ordering raw materials.
• Controlling budgets and minimising wastage.
• Maintaining health and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Prepare and cook for clients and customers.
• Supporting the site in the absence of the Senior Chef

Skills

Food safety

Health & safety

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Food preparation

Autonomy

Education

City & Guilds 706/1

City & Guilds 706/2

Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a dedicated Chef to join our Catering team in Peterborough. You will deliver outstanding food and drink offerings to clients and site visitors, ensuring top quality, safe preparation and service.

The role requires flexibility for 5 on 2 off shifts, strong teamwork, and a proactive approach to maintaining cleanliness, inventory, and customer service. Training and development opportunities are available through the OCS Academy.