Chef - Wareham - £15.25p / h - Contract Catering

Blue Arrow; Wareham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract catering provider is seeking a Chef in Wareham to provide high-quality meal preparation and maintain kitchen standards. The position offers £15.25 per hour with 37.5 hours of work per week, ensuring a strong work-life balance. Candidates must have previous experience and relevant certifications, as well as access to transport due to the location. Join a supportive team and take the next step in your culinary career with great benefits and consistent hours.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Supportive team culture

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef in a professional kitchen.
• Certification in Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness.
• Access to transport due to site location.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food to high standards.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Support menu development based on customer feedback.

Skills

Chef experience

Food Hygiene certification

Allergen Awareness

Health & Safety understanding

Team player

Job description

Chef - £15.25 / hr | Contract Catering | Wareham | Great Work-Life Balance

Location

Wareham (must drive due to location)

Salary

£15.25 per hour

Hours

37.5 hours per week

Shifts

5 out of 7 days, with every other weekend off!

Typical Shifts

6 : 30am-2 : 30pm or 11 : 00am-7 : 00pm

Contract Type

Permanent

Looking for a Chef Role with Work-Life Balance?

We're recruiting a Chef for a well-established contract catering site just outside Wareham. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global leader in the catering industry, offering consistent hours, a supportive team, and a genuine work-life balance.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing, cooking, and presenting food to high standards.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Supporting menu development and responding to customer feedback.
• Receiving ongoing training to support your growth and maintain standards.
• Working collaboratively with the kitchen team and management.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Chef in a professional kitchen.
• Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness certification.
• Understanding of health & safety (COSHH) - training can be provided.
• A passion for hospitality and delivering great service.
• Calm, composed, and a team player in busy environments.
• Must have access to transport due to site location.

Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Supportive team culture
• Training and development opportunities

Every other weekend off!

Ready to take the next step in your culinary career with better hours and a great team?

Click "Apply" now to join us!

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