Seasonal Chef – Christmas Kitchen

Parogon Group; Blackbrook; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food on shift

30% discount when you dine at Parogon

Share of service charge

Seasonal contract until Jan 2027

Job summary

Parogon Group is seeking Seasonal Chefs to join our kitchen teams over the Christmas period. It’s our busiest time of year, and we need experienced, reliable chefs to help us deliver great food through a packed festive season.

We offer hourly rates up to £13.50 (21+), with a typical week around 30 hours, plus a share of the service charge. Seasonal contracts run until early January 2027, with the opportunity to stay on permanently.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience – Chef de Partie, Commis or similar.
• Able to work well under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Good knowledge of food safety.
• Available for shifts over Christmas, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepping and cooking dishes to spec during busy services.
• Running a section or supporting wherever the kitchen needs you.
• Delivering our Christmas menus and large party bookings.
• Keeping your section clean, organised and food safe.

Skills

Safe Food Handling

Food Safety

Food Preparation

Job description

Parogon Group is seeking Seasonal Chefs to join our kitchen teams over the Christmas period. It’s our busiest time of year, and we need experienced, reliable chefs to help us deliver great food through a packed festive season.

We offer hourly rates up to £13.50 (21+), with a typical week around 30 hours, plus a share of the service charge. Seasonal contracts run until early January 2027, with the opportunity to stay on permanently.