Relief Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Claygate; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Relief Chef to work in care homes in Esher. The role involves working flexible shifts and ensuring high food safety standards while preparing nutritious meals. Applicants should possess relevant certifications, including IDDSI training and Level 2/3 Food Hygiene Certificate. This role offers competitive pay and supportive agency services.

Benefits

Attractive hourly rate up to £23ph

Dedicated consultants providing ongoing support

Out-of-hours support team available

Support with DBS certificate updates

Flexible work locations in the UK

Various shifts available

Qualifications

• Must have IDDSI training & Certificate.
• Required Level 2/3 Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Work various straight day shifts.
• Plan and prepare appealing, nutritious meals.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and food safety.

Skills

IDDSI training & Certificate

Level 2/3 Food Hygiene Certificate

Previous care home experience

Job description

Relief Chef - Care Home

Location: Esher

Pay: £17.00 - £23.00 per hour

Platinum Employment is actively seeking an adaptable and energetic Relief Chef to support care homes in Esher. If you're looking for ad‑hoc temporary work in Esher that offers great benefits and a supportive agency, we want to hear from you!

What's in it for you?

• Attractive hourly rate up to £23ph, paid reliably every Friday.
• Dedicated consultants providing ongoing support throughout your assignments.
• Peace of mind with our out‑of‑hours support team available whenever you need us.
• Support with your Enhanced DBS certificate updates.
• The choice to work locally in Glastonbury or explore opportunities across the UK.
• A range of shifts to suit your availability.
• The chance to create delicious, seasonal meals using fresh, local ingredients.
• Regular work with alternate weekends required.

As a care home Relief Chef you will be:

• Working various straight day shifts.
• Bringing your valuable experience from a care home or other professional kitchen environment.
• Contributing to a positive and efficient kitchen team.
• Planning and preparing appealing, nutritious meals that meet individual children's needs and preferences, including dietary requirements.
• Ensuring the kitchen environment is consistently clean and adheres to all food safety standards.

What do you need?

• IDDSI training & Certificate
• Level 2/3 Food Hygiene Certificate
• Enhanced DBS Certificate
• Previous care home experience (not essential but desirable)

Excited about the possibilities?

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Job Role: Relief Chef

Job Number: AV-CHEF-ESH / INDCATERERING

Location: Esher

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.