Chef

Kellan Group; Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Beaconsfield area

Job summary

Berkeley Scott is recruiting an experienced and reliable Chef to support a busy catering operation in the Beaconsfield area. This temporary role offers daytime hours from 7:30am to 3:00pm and requires an Enhanced DBS for the Child Workforce.

You will work with fresh ingredients, maintain high standards, and deliver quality food in a professional catering environment. You’ll join an established team and help ensure food safety, presentation, and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Chef in a professional kitchen.
• A good understanding of food safety and allergen management.
• The ability to work independently and remain organised during busy service periods.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive, flexible, and reliable approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking, and presenting fresh meals to a high standard
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Ensuring all food safety, hygiene, and allergen procedures are followed
• Managing stock effectively and minimising waste where possible
• Maintaining a clean and organised working environment
• Working as part of a kitchen team to deliver a consistent and professional service

Job description

Chef - Beaconsfield Area

Temporary Chef Opportunity | Daytime Hours | Enhanced Child Workforce DBS Required

Berkeley Scott is currently recruiting for an experienced and reliable Chef to support a busy catering operation in the Beaconsfield area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a chef who enjoys working with fresh ingredients, maintaining high standards, and delivering quality food in a professional catering environment. You'll be joining an established team and will be expected to work efficiently while ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking, and presenting fresh meals to a high standard
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Ensuring all food safety, hygiene, and allergen procedures are followed
• Managing stock effectively and minimising waste where possible
• Maintaining a clean and organised working environment
• Working as part of a kitchen team to deliver a consistent and professional service

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Previous experience working as a Chef in a professional kitchen
• A good understanding of food safety and allergen management
• The ability to work independently and remain organised during busy service periods
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, flexible, and reliable approach to work

DBS Requirement

A valid Enhanced DBS Certificate for the Child Workforce is essential for this position.

Please note:

• Applications will only be considered from candidates who already hold an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS.
• Candidates registered on the DBS Update Service are highly desirable.
• Unfortunately, we are unable to place candidates who do not have the appropriate Child Workforce DBS clearance.

Hours

7:30am - 3:00pm

Why Apply?

• Competitive hourly pay
• Weekly pay
• Daytime shifts with a great work-life balance
• Opportunity to work within a professional catering environment
• Potential for future assignments through Berkeley Scott

If you're an experienced Chef with an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS looking for your next temporary assignment in the Beaconsfield area, we'd love to hear from you.