Roaming Chef: Event‑Driven Culinary Specialist

RedCat Pub Company Careers; Burton upon Trent; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK pub and inn group is seeking a Roaming Chef to prepare, cook, and present a variety of dishes at multiple client locations. This role requires a proven experience in professional kitchens, strong food safety knowledge, and excellent time management skills. You will collaborate with clients and event coordinators while maintaining high standards in varying environments. The company offers a supportive culture, career progression opportunities, and travel is involved.

Benefits

Share of tips (Tronc)

25% discount on food, drinks, and rooms

Financial wellbeing support

Employee recognition programme

Discounted staff meals during shifts

Apprenticeship & chef development programmes

24/7 access to training and development platform

Wellness programme to support health and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a chef in professional kitchens, catering, or private events.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with food safety and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present a variety of dishes according to menu specifications at multiple client locations.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety, and cleanliness in all working environments.
• Collaborate with clients, event coordinators, and catering teams.

Skills

Proven experience as a chef in professional kitchens

Knowledge of food preparation techniques

Familiarity with food safety and hygiene regulations

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Flexibility and adaptability to various kitchen setups

Job description

A leading UK pub and inn group is seeking a Roaming Chef to prepare, cook, and present a variety of dishes at multiple client locations. This role requires a proven experience in professional kitchens, strong food safety knowledge, and excellent time management skills. You will collaborate with clients and event coordinators while maintaining high standards in varying environments. The company offers a supportive culture, career progression opportunities, and travel is involved.