Relief Chef

EDF Energy; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Pension contributions with extra spice

Life assurance

Cycle scheme

Free food and drink on shift

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Somerset Larder is seeking a Relief Chef to support on-site catering across multiple locations in Somerset. The role is permanent, 39 hours per week, at £21.56 per hour. You will work under Head Chef supervision, ensure timely service, and maintain strict food safety standards.

Benefits include time off, pension, and training opportunities. Applicants should have City & Guilds/NVQ levels and Level 2 Food Safety; a valid UK driving licence is preferred.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated on-site catering experience and food preparation
• Knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and quality management systems
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to shift patterns
• Willingness to travel and operate across multiple locations
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holiday periods

Responsibilities

• Carry out all on site catering activities under the direction of the Head Chef / Catering Operations Manager / Site Supervisors.
• Ensure all food service provision complies with Food Safety & Quality Management System and legal requirements.
• Produce food on time to required quality standards.
• Manage cost-effective catering with wastage within limits.
• Organise and/or carry out production staff training.
• Ensure on-site operations meet H&S codes and customer requirements.
• Order raw materials, packaging, and cleaning materials as needed.
• Ensure incoming materials meet specifications and are stored properly.
• Maintain accurate quality records and traceability.
• Assist with relevant budgeting tasks and project work.
• Complete training commensurate with the role.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Clear communication

Numeracy

Food safety awareness

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ Level 1 & 2 or Commis Chef Level 2

Level 2 Food Safety Qualification

First aid trained Level 2

Full UK driving licence

Job description

The HPC Jobs Service supports local people into exciting, long-term careers across our Project.

Relief Chef

Somerset Larder

Permanent

39 Hours per week

£21.56PH

Employee Benefits Menu

At Somerset Larder, we believe our people are the secret ingredient to our success. Here's a flavourful look at the benefits we've cooked up for our amazing team:

Generous Time Off

Savour a well-balanced blend of work and personal time with our generous annual leave allowance (31 days including bank holidays)

Pension Contributions with Extra Spice

Prepare for your future with a pension plan that goes beyond the basics - 5% from you, matched with a hearty 5% from us

Life Assurance

Our life assurance plan is here to provide peace of mind, so you can focus on serving up excellence

Cycle Scheme

Get a healthy and eco-friendly start to each day with our cycle scheme - perfect for working up an appetite!

Comprehensive Family Leave Benefits

When life serves up big changes, we're here to support you with a menu of family leave benefits designed so you can make memories as you care for your family.

Free Food and Drink on Shift

Enjoy a daily free meal/drink so you can fuel up and stay energised.

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)/Mental Health First Aiders

Tap into our 24/7, all-year round helpline and portal Wisdom, loaded with resources on health, finances, legal advice and lifestyle tips - a full menu of support options

Christmas Shutdown

Relax during the festive period whilst the operation is closed between Christmas and New Year - a rarity for the Hospitality industry (option to volunteer for skeleton staffing)

Learning, Development and Apprenticeship Opportunities

Stir up new skills with a range of development and apprenticeship opportunities to help you grow your career and cook up success in the culinary world.

Access to Occupational Health

As a perk of being part of the HPC project, you will have access to Health Partners, the UK's leading provider of workplace health services

Refer a Friend Scheme

Use our employee referral programme and benefit financially by adding people from your professional network to our workforce.

Monthly Recognition: A Toast to you

Each month, we raise a glass to our star team members who go above and beyond, as nominated by their colleagues

Long Service Awards

Celebrate the milestones! Receive our heartfelt gratitude and special recognition at your 5- and 10-year anniversaries

Annual Team Awards

Join us for our annual awards event as we honour the outstanding contributions and achievements of our team. It's our way of saying cheers to you!

This benefits menu is our recipe for a rewarding and fulfilling career, where you can develop your talents and delight in the journey ahead.

This is a multi-location role; successful candidates must be willing to travel and have a flexible approach to working hours.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Carry out all on site catering activities under the direction of the Head Chef / Catering Operations Manager / Site Supervisors.
• Ensure all food service provision is carried out in accordance with all aspects of the Somerset Larder Food Safety & Quality Management System and any relevant legal requirements.
• To ensure all food is produced on time to the required quality standards.
• To ensure catering provision is carried out cost effectively with product rejects and waste within agreed limits.
• To organise and/ or carry out all production staff training
• To ensure all work is carried out in accordance to the relevant H&S legislation and Codes of Practice, together with any specific on-site requirements of key customers.
• To organise the ordering of all raw materials, packaging, consumables and cleaning chemicals as and when required.
• To ensure all incoming raw materials and packaging when delivered is in accordance with the specifications and is stored in the correct areas of the site.
• To ensure all quality records are completed accurately and on time.
• To ensure all traceability requirements are fully complied with.
• Carry out specific food service tasks as required.
• Assist the Head Chef / Catering Operations Manager / Site Supervisors in the preparation of the relevant aspects of the company budget.
• Carry out projects or other tasks as requested by the Head Chef / Catering Operations Manager / Site Supervisors.
• Complete Training as commensurate with the role.

Our Ideal candidate will have the following characteristics in line with our values

Togetherness

• Ability to work as part of a team
• A flexible approach to working hours
• Be supportive of colleagues

Nurture

• Keen to learn on the job
• Hold Food Safety Level 2 (or be able to achieve on appointment)

Pride

• Be honest and trustworthy
• Able to work independently
• Have a can-do approach

Planet

• Hygienic approach and manner
• Committed to zero harm and sustainable practices

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ Level 1 & 2 or Commis Chef Level 2.
• Full, UK driving licence and have at least 12 months driving experience and no more than 6 points.
• Banksman training
• First aid trained Level 2 Food Safety Qualification
• Level 2 H & S Qualification (Desirable)

Experience

• Good general education and numeracy skills.
• Good organisational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills including clear concise communication.
• Relevant catering experience commensurate with position
• Cooking experience of fresh foods
• Experience of Food Safety Management/ HACCP systems operation
• Gain insight in to the NNB particular way of working, with understanding for the need of enhanced security and vetting procedures.
• Previous Large Catering experience.

For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. As a project, we do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.