Relief Chef

WSH Group; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company events

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted or free food

Enhanced maternity leave

Enhanced paternity leave

Referral programme

Job summary

Genuine Dining is seeking a Relief Chef to support multiple Kent sites, delivering high-volume cooking with consistency and flair.

You will oversee site kitchens, mentor teams, manage GP% and cost control, and lead seasonal initiatives to raise culinary standards. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, with no late-night shifts and a car allowance where applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience as a chef in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Experience managing budgets and GP%.

Responsibilities

• Support site chefs across Kent sites, ensuring consistency.
• Maintain high culinary standards and implement new concepts.
• Oversee kitchen financials, including GP% and cost control.
• Lead seasonal projects and initiatives across sites.

Skills

Chef experience

Leadership

Budget management

Large-volume kitchens

Job description

Relief Chef – Covering sites across Kent

Contract Catering

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Referral programme

Genuine Dining is a leading contract caterer delivering innovative, high-quality dining across the South of England. We’re looking for a Relief Chef to support our teams and ensure consistent excellence across multiple sites.

What you’ll do:

• Support site chefs, building skills and consistency
• Maintain high culinary standards and implement new concepts
• Oversee kitchen financials, including GP% and cost control
• Lead seasonal projects and special initiatives across sites

What we’re looking for:

• Chef experience, ideally with large-volume kitchens
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Creative, with a focus on innovation and consistent quality
• Experience managing budgets and GP%
• Committed to raising culinary standards

Why join us:

• No late night working, home by 7:30pm
• Freedom to shape thefood offer
• Car allowance and mileage paid
• Supportive team environment that values your expertise
• Competitive salary and benefits

Drive creativity, consistency, and growth – and make a real impact in Kent.