Details:
- Salary: £15 - 22 - Hour
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Ipswich
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
Pay: £18.00-£25.00 per hour
Job Description:
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Agency Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing food preparation, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a culinary professional with leadership skills to contribute to a variety of healthcare settings, including care homes and provate hospitals. The Agency Chef will play a pivotal role in maintaining food safety standards and delivering exceptional service to clients.
Duties
Lead and supervise kitchen staff, ensuring efficient food production and service delivery
Prepare, cook, and present a variety of dishes according to organisational standards and client specifications
Oversee food safety practices, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in line with health regulations
Coordinate with clients to meet specific culinary requirements
Ensure all food preparation adheres to organisational recipes and presentation standards
Maintain a positive working environment that promotes teamwork and high performance
Qualifications
Proven experience in food production, cooking, or hospitality roles, preferably within restaurant or catering environments
Level 3 Food Safety required
Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices in hygiene and sanitation
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
Competence in team management, motivating staff, and fostering a collaborative work environment
Good understanding of culinary techniques across various cuisines
Previous experience in hospitality or restaurant sectors is highly desirable
Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards
This role offers an engaging environment for culinary professionals eager to showcase their skills while leading teams towards excellence. We value dedication, creativity, and professionalism in our team members.
An enhanced DBS will be needed for this role which can be covered by the company if you do not hold a transferable online DBS.
Work Location: In person