Relief Chef Covering Cheshire

Baxterstorey Uk; Chester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blended learning programme

Employee Discount Platform

Wellbeing services

Pension scheme

Job summary

Baxterstorey UK is seeking an experienced Relief Chef to provide flexible cover across our Cheshire region. You will deliver high-quality culinary services across client sites, ensuring excellence in food preparation, presentation and service standards.

Responsibilities include food safety, stock management and adapting to diverse kitchen environments while collaborating with catering staff to meet service schedules and dietary needs.

Qualifications

• Proven professional culinary experience in fast-paced kitchens.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices (Level 2 desirable).
• Proficient in a range of cooking techniques and prep methods.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Able to work flexibly across multiple locations and adapt to different setups.
• Strong people skills and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail in food presentation and consistency.
• Experience in contract catering or hospitality environments desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals to high standards across client sites.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and chain of custody in line with policy.
• Manage kitchen operations including stock rotation and inventory.
• Adapt to varying kitchen environments and equipment.
• Collaborate with kitchen teams to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Monitor food prep timings to meet service schedules.
• Assist with menu planning and dietary requirements.
• Keep detailed records of prep and stock management.
• Communicate professionally with clients and team members.
• Contribute to a positive kitchen culture across locations.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food safety

Cooking techniques

Organisation & time management

Flexibility across locations

People skills

Attention to detail

Contract catering/hospitality

Job description

Job Description

Baxterstorey is seeking an experienced Relief Chef to provide flexible cover across our Cheshire region. In this role, you will deliver high-quality culinary services across multiple client sites, maintaining our commitment to excellence in contract catering. As a Relief Chef, you will bring professionalism and adaptability to every kitchen environment you work in, ensuring consistency in food preparation, presentation, and service standards.

• Prepare and cook meals to the highest standards, following established recipes and menu specifications across different client sites
• Maintain rigorous food safety and hygiene standards in compliance with all relevant legislation and organisational policies
• Manage kitchen operations efficiently, including stock rotation, inventory management, and cost control awareness
• Adapt quickly to different kitchen environments and equipment whilst maintaining quality and consistency
• Collaborate effectively with kitchen teams and catering staff to ensure smooth service delivery
• Monitor and manage food preparation timings to meet service schedules
• Support with menu planning and execution based on client requirements and dietary needs
• Maintain detailed records of food preparation and stock management
• Communicate professionally with clients, team members, and management regarding operational matters
• Contribute to a positive and organised kitchen culture across all assigned locations

Qualifications

• Proven professional culinary experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices (Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate desirable)
• Proficiency in a range of cooking techniques and food preparation methods
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple locations and adapt to different kitchen setups
• Strong people skills and ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
• Attention to detail in food presentation and consistency
• Experience in contract catering or hospitality environments (desirable)
• Knowledge of dietary requirements and allergen management (desirable)
• Supervisory or mentoring experience (desirable)Reliable and professional approach to work with strong communication skills

Additional Information

There are many advantages to working for us including:

• You have the opportunity of a blended learning programme that can include formal qualifications including apprenticeships, classroom training, eLearning and on the job training to support and encourage your development and enable you to be the best you can be
• We offer you access to our Employee Discount Platform where you can make great savings at supermarkets, cinema, restaurants as well as holiday discounts, family days out and many more!
• You will have full access to our Wellbeing Services including the Employee Assistance Program and Virtual GP benefits which are there for you and your family to use free of charge at any time
• You may be eligible to join our Pension scheme