PVG Chefs

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in the culinary field for flexible chefs looking for temporary assignments in care homes across Edinburgh and surrounding areas. This role offers immediate starts, weekly pay, and the chance to work in various venues, catering to diverse dietary needs. Ideal candidates will possess a valid PVG certificate and have a commitment to maintaining high standards in food preparation and service. Join a dynamic team and enjoy the flexibility that suits your lifestyle while making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Immediate starts

Weekly Pay

Flexible shift patterns

Holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid PVG certificate or be willing to obtain one.
• Experience in various chef roles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to residents in care homes.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and service areas.
• Follow food and health safety regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

PVG Certificate

Tools

Chef Knives

Chef Whites

Safety Shoes

Job description

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Berkeley Scott Edinburgh are currently looking for PVG chefs for temporary assignments in the Edinburgh, Fife and Midlothian areas. The temporary assignments are non-guaranteed hours and dependent on business demands. The assignments are based in care homes and will require a PVG certificate within the last two years.

This is a very exciting prospect for the right candidates who are looking for various shifts/hours to suit your current lifestyle. You will have multiple opportunities to work within various venues around the region.

In reward for your hard work you will receive

• Immediate starts and regular ongoing work to keep you busy throughout the year
• Weekly Pay
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs
• Opportunities to work in numerous venues across the region
• Holiday entitlement

Main Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the preparation of food and the serving of all meals to residents
• Working as part of the team to ensure that the kitchen and service areas are clean and tidy
• Ensuring all food and health and safety regulations are followed
• Ensuring all meals are cooked to care home standards and all dietary requirements catered for
• Assisting with the clear down and closure of unit, including pot wash etc.

Ideal Candidates will have the following

• A valid PVG certificate / be willing to go through the process
• Have the ability to work under pressure and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills, fluent in English
• Own chef knives, chef whites, and safety shoes
• Have access to own transport is an advantage
• Eligible to work in the UK

All applicants with previous experience as a Chef including Cook, Cook Supervisor, Commis Chef, Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef, 2nd Chef, Head Chef or Executive Chef, Development Chef then we want to hear from you.

Berkeley Scott has some great opportunities out there and if you have a flexible and committed approach to work, this is for you!

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you? CLICK APPLY or alternatively you can call our office number on 0131 440 1960 and speak to one of our consultants.

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