Chef

Randstad Construction and Property; Alnwick; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is seeking a Chef for a permanent role near Alnwick. The ideal candidate has experience in contract catering and a desire for a structured work environment. This position offers a competitive salary and a supportive team culture, focusing on quality and consistency in food service.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive team environment

Stable employment

Qualifications

• Experience in contract catering or volume-based kitchen setting.
• Willingness to follow recipes and processes.
• Reliable and able to maintain hygiene and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals following recipes.
• Ensure consistent quality and maintain portion control.
• Work as part of a small, supportive kitchen team.

Skills

Basic cooking ability

Good timekeeping

Positive attitude

Job description

Overview

We're currently recruiting a Chef for a permanent position based at a well-established site near Alnwick, Northumberland. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in contract catering (e.g. school meals, prison service, military, or similar), or a chef from a pub or hotel environment looking for a more structured role.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive rate up to 26,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday (Weekend work on rota basis)
• 7.5-hour working day (8 hours with break)
• Permanent, stable employment with a supportive team

About the Role

• Prepare and cook meals following set recipes and presentation guidelines
• Ensure consistent quality and portion control
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards in line with company procedures
• Work as part of a small, supportive kitchen team

What We're Looking For

• Basic cooking ability and a willingness to follow recipes and processes
• Previous experience in a contract catering or volume-based kitchen setting
• Good timekeeping, reliability, and a positive attitude
• Must live within a commutable distance

This role is with a leading contract offering great work-life balance and a chance to be part of a dedicated on-site food service team.

Interested? Apply now and bring your skills to a team that values quality, consistency, and care in catering.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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