Weekend Night Chef: Precise Prep & Station Lead

OCS; Bedford; On-site; GBP 15,153 - 17,908; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a chef for night shifts on Saturdays and Sundays from 23:00 to 04:30 to uphold site standards and food quality. You will work at your station, manage cooking processes, and ensure timely delivery of dishes while following all safety and hygiene procedures.

The role requires proven chef experience, a Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality or equivalent, and strong teamwork and communication skills to support the culinary team and maintain high service levels.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a chef, preferably in contract catering.
• Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality or equivalent.
• Demonstrate knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and processes; multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
• Excellent listening and communication skills; able to work well in a team.
• Understand standard policies for receiving, preparation, storage and sanitation, recipes, production and presentation methods.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day food preparation and duties assigned by senior chefs to meet site standards and quality.
• Manage the cooking process at your station to deliver food in a timely manner.
• Follow safety, hygiene and equipment usage policies on site at all times.
• Notify Senior Chefs when inventory is running low to keep the kitchen stocked.
• Work with the culinary team to maintain high-quality food and service during the shift.

Skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Education

Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality or equivalent

City & Guilds / BTEC / NVQ (basic level)

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a chef for night shifts on Saturdays and Sundays from 23:00 to 04:30 to uphold site standards and food quality. You will work at your station, manage cooking processes, and ensure timely delivery of dishes while following all safety and hygiene procedures.

The role requires proven chef experience, a Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality or equivalent, and strong teamwork and communication skills to support the culinary team and maintain high service levels.