Flexible Chef for Schools & Care Homes (Part/Full-Time)

Blue Arrow - Derby; Buxton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Dedicated consultant

Flexible shifts

Disability Confident Employer

Job summary

Blue Arrow is recruiting Enhanced DBS cleared Cooks and Chefs of all levels to support catering services in Derbyshire, including schools, nurseries, and care homes. You will work across multiple sites, covering sickness and peak periods with flexible hours and weekly pay.

Roles are contract catering positions with hourly pay £17–£21, allowing you to choose shifts in Derbyshire and surrounding areas. An in-date DBS and PPE are expected.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent attention to detail and accuracy in food prep and portion control.
• Experience with stock management, ordering and wastage control.
• Ability to lead and coordinate kitchen teams across multiple sites.
• Comfortable working in varied environments (schools, care homes, nurseries).

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals in line with dietary requirements for schools and care settings.
• Support staffing across multiple sites and cover sickness or absence.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation and hygiene standards are met.
• Manage inventories and assist with menu planning where needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Stock management

Team leadership

Flexibility

Diverse environments

Culinary expertise

Education

City & Guilds 706/1, 706/2 or equivalent

2 years chef experience

Job description

Blue Arrow is recruiting Enhanced DBS cleared Cooks and Chefs of all levels to support catering services in Derbyshire, including schools, nurseries, and care homes. You will work across multiple sites, covering sickness and peak periods with flexible hours and weekly pay.

Roles are contract catering positions with hourly pay £17–£21, allowing you to choose shifts in Derbyshire and surrounding areas. An in-date DBS and PPE are expected.