Holiday Relief Chef - Weekday 40h, Flexible Hours

Baxterstorey Uk; Swindon; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off

Volunteer days

Grandparent leave

Maternity leave (24 wks)

Pension & life insurance

Free meals on shift

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey UK is seeking a Relief Chef in Swindon to cover holidays across multiple sites. The role offers a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday, with a salary of £34,000 per year and the chance to work within a supportive, development-focused team.

You will manage food preparation, station duties, and quality control while upholding BaxterStorey standards and food safety across all outlets. Strong collaboration and a passion for culinary excellence are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as sous chef or similar role.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Works according to BaxterStorey core values.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head/sous chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times
• Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensure cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
• Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
• Team Collaboration – communicate effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary
• Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation
• Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order

Skills

Sous chef experience

Food safety knowledge

Fast-paced mindset

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

BaxterStorey UK is seeking a Relief Chef in Swindon to cover holidays across multiple sites. The role offers a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday, with a salary of £34,000 per year and the chance to work within a supportive, development-focused team.

You will manage food preparation, station duties, and quality control while upholding BaxterStorey standards and food safety across all outlets. Strong collaboration and a passion for culinary excellence are essential.