Head Chef - Contract Catering - £18+ per hour

Berkeley Scott; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Head Chef for flexible agency work in Birmingham. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 1 year experience in kitchen management and a strong understanding of food safety. This role offers competitive hourly pay from £18+, flexible shifts, and opportunities to work in various sectors including education and healthcare.

Benefits

Flexible shift patterns

Weekly pay

Paid holiday entitlement

Employee benefit schemes

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Head Chef or similar role.
• Background in contract catering, education, healthcare, or public sector.
• Driving license and access to transport preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Lead a small kitchen team.

Skills

Experience as a Head Chef or similar

Understanding of allergens and food safety

Team management

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Head Chef – Contract Catering & Public Sector – £18+ per hour

Location: West Midlands

Salary: From £18.00 per hour (Weekly Pay)
Job Type: Temporary, Full-time, Part-time
Sector: Contract Catering / Public Sector
Recruiter: Berkeley Scott – Agency Division

Description:

Are you an experienced Chef Manager or Head Chef looking for flexible agency work in the contract catering or public sector?

Berkeley Scott is currently recruiting chefs to work across a wide range of clients including schools, care homes, NHS sites, B&I units, and public sector venues in and around Birmingham and the West Midlands .

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with one of the UK’s leading hospitality and catering recruitment agencies, offering excellent rates, weekly pay, and immediate starts.

What We Offer:

• Hourly pay from £18.00+ (depending on experience & assignment)
• Flexible shift patterns – choose when and where you work
• ? Regular, ongoing work across a variety of sites
• Weekly pay – every Friday
• Paid holiday entitlement
• Access to employee benefit schemes and staff perks
• Opportunities to build experience in different kitchens and sectors

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Head Chef, Chef Manager, or similar
• Background in contract catering, education, healthcare, or public sector roles
• Strong understanding of allergens, special diets, stock control, and food safety
• Ability to manage a small team and run day-to-day kitchen operations
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Own whites, knives, and safety shoes
• Driving license and access to transport preferred
• Must have the Right to Work in the UK

Who This Role Suits:

Head Chef | Chef Manager | Cook Supervisor | Contract Catering Chef | School Chef | NHS Chef | Relief Chef | Public Sector Chef

About Berkeley Scott:

Berkeley Scott is one of the UK's most established hospitality and catering recruitment agencies, trusted by top public and private sector clients. As an agency chef, you’ll get the flexibility you need, with the support of a specialist team that understands your profession.

Apply Today:

Ready to start flexible, well-paid work in catering? Submit your CV now and one of our consultants will be in touch.

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