Chef – Monday to Thursday – Full Time – Devonport

Catering; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on site

Ongoing training and development

Friendly and supportive environment

Job summary

Catering in Plymouth is seeking a Chef to join a friendly contract catering team for a 12-week temp-to-perm position. The role delivers buffet-style breakfasts and lunches to around 40 customers daily in a busy office setting.

Working hours are Monday to Thursday, 07:00-14:00 (28 hours per week) with Fridays off for a strong work-life balance. Start date ASAP with potential for permanent placement.

Qualifications

• Previous Chef experience.
• ideally worked within a contract catering environment.
• Confidence working independently and managing a small operation.
• Good customer service skills and a positive attitude.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving buffet-style breakfast and lunch.
• Managing the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Providing excellent customer service when serving food.
• Operating the till when required.
• Maintaining high food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Managing stock and keeping the kitchen clean and organised.

Skills

Chef experience

Contract catering

Independent work

Customer service

Food hygiene

Job description

Chef – Monday to Thursday | £15.67 per hour | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity

Looking for a Chef role with an excellent work/life balance? Start ASAP in a 12-week temp-to-perm position with daytime hours.

We’re recruiting for a Chef to join a friendly contract catering team in Plymouth, working within a busy office building. This role is being recruited on a 12-week temp-to-perm basis, giving you the opportunity to secure a permanent position after a successful temporary period. You’ll be working in a well-organised environment, delivering fresh buffet-style breakfasts and lunches to around 40 customers each day.

Why apply / What’s in it for you?

• £15.67 per hour
• 12-week temp-to-perm opportunity
• Start date: Monday 3rd August
• Monday to Thursday, 07:00-14:00 (28 hours per week)
• Fridays, evenings and weekends off for an excellent work/life balance
• Free parking on site
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Friendly and supportive working environment

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving buffet-style breakfast and lunch
• Managing the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Providing excellent customer service when serving food
• Operating the till when required
• Maintaining high food hygiene and health & safety standards
• Managing stock and keeping the kitchen clean and organised

What we’re looking for

• Previous Chef experience
• Ideally worked within a contract catering environment
• Confidence working independently and managing a small operation
• Good customer service skills and a positive attitude
• Knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety standardsIf you’re looking for your next Chef opportunity in Plymouth and want to secure a role offering excellent work/life balance with the potential for a permanent position, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Number ¦ TE2307 / INDSOTONCHEF
Location ¦ Plymouth
Role ¦ Chef

Salary: £15.67/hour Weekends off

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Plymouth, Devon