Chef - Night Shift in Contract Catering

OCS; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

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Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a Chef for a night shift role in Stoke-on-Trent. You will handle day-to-day food preparation, manage cooking at your station, and ensure food meets site standards with strict safety and hygiene practices.

You will work with the culinary team to deliver high-quality meals, maintain stock levels, and follow procedures for safe handling of food and equipment. A Level 2 in Catering is preferred and right to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef in contract catering is desirable.
• Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality or equivalent.
• Understand and demonstrate various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and processes; multitask under pressure.
• Excellent listening and communication skills are essential.
• Understand safety, hygiene, and sanitation policies for food and menus.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day food preparation and duties assigned by senior chefs to meet site standards and quality.
• Manage the cooking process at their station to deliver dishes in a timely manner.
• Follow safety, hygiene, and correct use of utensils and equipment on site.
• Notify senior chefs of inventory when running low to keep kitchen stocked with fresh ingredients.
• Work with culinary team to maintain high-quality food and service during the shift.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Time management

Organisational abilities

Education

Level 2 in Catering & Hospitality

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a Chef for a night shift role in Stoke-on-Trent. You will handle day-to-day food preparation, manage cooking at your station, and ensure food meets site standards with strict safety and hygiene practices.

You will work with the culinary team to deliver high-quality meals, maintain stock levels, and follow procedures for safe handling of food and equipment. A Level 2 in Catering is preferred and right to work in the UK is required.