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\n Pertemps are currently recruiting for a Chef to join our public sector client on a temporary basis! \n 📍 Location: Edinburgh East – Various locations \n 🕒 Hours: 24–36 hours per week available \n 💷 Pay Rate: £14.27 per hour \n 📅 Duration: Temporary ongoing, with the possibility of a permanent opportunity \n 🔑 Start Date: ASAP, subject to completion of background checks Please note: This role requires a PVG Certificate for Children, or both Children and Adults. The cost is £59 for a new application or £18 to update an existing certificate, payable by the successful applicant. \n 💼 Key Responsibilities: \n \n • Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious meals each day\n, • Prepare meals in advance for weekend service\n, • Order food supplies and manage stock levels\n, • Complete temperature checks and maintain food safety records\n, • Carry out daily kitchen hygiene and compliance checks\n, • Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised and ready for each service\n, • Cater for a range of dietary, cultural and religious requirements\n \n \n 🙌 The Successful Candidate Should:\n \n \n • Have previous experience working as a Cook or Chef\n, • Be reliable, organised and able to work independently\n, • Have a good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety\n, • Be confident managing stock and placing food orders\n, • Have experience catering for a variety of dietary requirements (desirable)\n, • Hold, or be willing to obtain, a PVG for working with children\n 📩 Interested? Apply today!\n

\n Cook 1 \n City Chambers \n Salary: £25,661 - £25,924 (pro-rata for part-time and sessional) \n Hours: 16 per week, 38 weeks sessional \n Our cook 1's/catering assistants play a vital role in delivering high quality catering services within schools. Working as part of a team, to deliver a range of meals, basic food preparation and great customer care. \n This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. \n We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. \n Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4 \n As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. \n You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council \n Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. \n Happy to talk flexible working. \n Follow us on X at @edincounciljobs \n View Cook 1 job description \n View Cook 1 person specification \n View Sessional Working Information \n

Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment. Complete all required kitchen records and documentation. Support the smooth operation of the kitchen and meal service.

Job Description We are looking for a competent and enthusiastic second Cook, who is an excellent home cook to assist our Head Chef in serving outstanding meals to our residents at Alfriston Court./n /n /n /n Currently our Head Chef works Monday - Thursday and the role being offered is that of second Cook who would work Thursday to Sunday: 8am- 5pm: 36 hours a week total, but there is some flexibilityfor the right candidate.T.../n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n /n ZIPC1_UKCT

Chef de partie Daytime 9am to 6pm Wednesday to Sunday) role is required for an establishment within a fresh food kitchen, it is all about the local seasonal produce plus the role will be daytime hours and you will be involved in launching a new menu within this venue. Chef de partie, 9-6pm need to drive. The role As a chef de partie you will work daytime hours and be responsible for the prep of the kitchen ready for service and then cook in service. They are opening late morning to late afternoon and closed evenings. This role will be including all the normal chef de partie duties but you will sometimes be working on your own in the kitchen. Experience We are looking for a Chef de partie from a fresh food background. This role will need good food hygiene, knife skills and passion for British local produce. chef de partie East Sussex £32-36k + service £4-5k Near Eastbourne need to drive parking on site lots of benefits Daytime 9am to 6pm Wednesday to Sunday) Next Step: HtE Recruitment are one of the UK's Hospitality and Catering Recruitment Agencies, established in 2007. If you are looking for your next permanent chef role or looking to recruit a permanent chef, our chef recruiters are here to help you. Our Chef positions include Head Chef, Sous Chef, Chef De Partie and Pastry Chefs role. By applying, well save your contact details to discuss this role. See our website or email for our GDPR privacy policy. All candidates must have the right to work in the UK, We can not help with sponsorship. HtE Recruitment acts as a Recruitment Agency & only handles permanent chef roles. TPBN1_UKCT

Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England's fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The role… Job Title: Chef Manager School Location: New School Opening - BN24 area Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 6:30am-4pm (45 hours per week) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year (term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) Pay Details: £35,000 Annum What will I be doing? As a Chef Manager , you'll take full responsibility for running a high-volume kitchen , serving fresh, seasonal meals to hundreds of students every day. This is a hands-on, leadership role where you'll manage your team, maintain high standards, and ensure smooth, efficient service. Your responsibilities will include: Leading, motivating, and developing your catering team Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals at high volume Planning menus, managing stock, and controlling budgets Ensuring all food hygiene, safety, and compliance standards are met Building strong relationships with onsite clients and stakeholders Overseeing the smooth running of service, from prep to finish We're not in the business of making school food—we're here to make great food , and that's why our customers love us. What are we looking for? We're looking for an experienced Chef Manager with a passion for high-volume catering and strong leadership skills. Previous experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments Proven ability to cook fresh, seasonal food at high volumes Strong people management and team leadership skills Experience managing kitchen operations, stock, and compliance Excellent organisational and communication skills A proactive, hands-on approach and pride in maintaining high standards If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy leading teams to deliver great food, this could be the role for you. What's in it for you? We offer a fantastic work-life balance: Daytime hours, no evenings or weekends All school holidays off Free meals on shift and uniform provided Plus, you'll benefit from: Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities Access to free qualifications Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Monthly team incentives with the chance to win shopping vouchers This is your opportunity to lead a high-volume kitchen , develop your career, and make a real difference in students' lives. Next steps If you think you've got what it takes, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: An interview, trade test and kitchen visit will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children's barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements. TPBN1_UKCT

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Chef/Cook (Zero Hours) to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Inspire on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week. As a Chef/Cook (Zero Hours), you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work.

Cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients for high-volume service (200+ covers).

Lancashire County Council is seeking an Assistant Cook for St Bede's Catholic High School in Lytham. You will prepare, cook, and serve meals, operate kitchen equipment safely, and help maintain hygiene standards.

Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools.Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and rea

Lancashire County Council is seeking an Assistant Cook on a peripatetic basis across West Lancashire. The role involves preparing dining areas, assisting with cooking and serving meals, and maintaining cleanliness in catering spaces.

You will support the cook to plan, prepare, and cook meals and light refreshments, ensuring a varied and balanced diet while considering medical, cultural, and dietary needs. Responsibilities include maintaining hygiene, efficiency, and economy, and deputising for the cook when required. Housing 21

Join Our Team as an Assistant Cook – Term Time Only. Prepare, cook, and serve healthy, balanced meals to pupils in line with service standards.

Within the role of Assistant Cook you will assist the cook to plan, prepare and cook meals and light refreshments, ensuring that a varied and balanced diet is provided for all service users and that provision is made for individuals medical, cultural or dietary requirements and personal preferences.

An experienced nursery cook with a solid understanding of nutritional, dietary, allergy and cultural needs of children.

Prepare and cook meals within the home, including special dietary requirements such as ketogenic diets, high-calorie diets, gluten-free, dairy-free, casein-free, nut-free, vegetarian and autism-specific meals. Consult with children and young people to develop menus and food choices in collaboration

MiChild Meadow Nursery in Blackpool, Lancashire is seeking an experienced Nursery Cook for a role 8:30am to 4:00pm or 4:30pm.

Assistant Cook | Peripatetic | West Lancashire. Peripatetic Catering Assistant / Cook | West Lancashire. Assist in the preparation, cooking and serving of food and beverages.

Are you passionate about food, teamwork and delivering exceptional service? Vertas is looking for a dedicated Mobile Assistant School Cook to join our Catering team.

Hybrid working + four-day week + occasional travel opportunities (if you want them!).Ladbroke Grove, London – hybrid, with one day per week in the office.This is not a traditional Executive Project Assistant role.Our client is a small, internationally connected and purpose-led organisation working

About the role We are seeking a Cook to work as part of our Bank Team (casual hours) to ensure excellent catering for patients, staff and visitors. The roles offer the opportunity to: Work alongside a BBC MasterChef UK finalist and published author learn, develop and grow hospitality and catering sk

Welcome to Wilde, a thriving, exciting and rapidly expanding aparthotel operator, making waves across the heart of Europe! With an impressive track record of multiple new aparthotels opening each year, we’re on an unstoppable journey, with exceptional properties across iconic European cities like

Cook needed for MHA to prepare nutritious meals for members, manage kitchen operations, and support volunteers.

Love cooking and wanta role that fits around your week? We're looking for an experienced Cook/Chef to join the hospitality team at a well-established football club in Hemel Hempstead.

Enthusiastic and organized Cook needed for MHA to prepare nutritious meals for members, manage kitchen operations, and supervise volunteers.

Prepares meals for residents with complex needs, ensuring adherence to dietary requirements and hygiene standards.

The Cook Manager will oversee kitchen operations, manage a team, cook with fresh ingredients, and ensure smooth service.

We're looking for a Relief Cook to provide flexible support across our Independent Living Villages, stepping in whenever our catering teams need an extra pair of hands.

Cook responsible for menu planning, catering to dietary needs, and kitchen management in a care home setting.

Role OverviewAs Cook, you will play an important role within a specialist complex care setting, supporting individuals with a range of complex physical and mental health needs by preparing and delivering high quality, nutritious meals that support wellbeing and enhance daily life.

As a school cook, you will prepare and serve nutritious food to students, staff, and visitors while supervising a skilled team and planning menus.

The Head Cook will prepare nourishing meals, create seasonal menus, and ensure kitchen cleanliness, managing the kitchen team and adhering to health and safety regulations.

Love cooking and wanta role that fits around your week? We're looking for an experienced Cook/Chef to join the hospitality team at a well-established football club in Hemel Hempstead.

The role of a chef/cook with Agincare is more than just cooking.

Seeking a skilled Bank Cook/Chef for a rehabilitation service in Blackburn.

Are you a keen chef with heart, creativity and a passion for making people smile?.Looking for a challenging role where you can learn new skills and deliver great food? Are you experienced in catering and managing dietary requirements? If so, this is the career for you!.We believe that greatfood is a

Experienced Chef needed to manage catering operations, prepare meals, lead teams, and ensure food safety in Birmingham.

Full Time Days Position - Alternative Weekend Working Required.Are you a passionate and caring individual looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development? Join Care UK, a multi award winning care provider as a Care Assistant.Helping residents to remain as act

Early Learning Support Worker (Supply).Renfrewshire Council are looking to recruit enthusiastic and caring early learning support workers for our general supply pool.Appointable candidates will be required to work on a temporary basis covering short or long-term requirements within early learning an

Senior Care Assistant – Glenrothes, Fife (KY7).Deliver exceptional care as a Senior Care Assistant with Newcross Healthcare.Are you a compassionate Senior Care Assistant looking for flexibility, great pay, and career development? At Newcross Healthcare, we value and support our health and social

Duties will include: preparing food, including simple cooking and serving of meals, snacks and beverages; handling of cash, operating cash register and completing relevant forms; ensuring all food handling operations are in compliance with current Food Hygiene and Health and Safety legislation, and

Support Worker (Learn Dis) REF: HSCP/.Salary: Grade 3 £27,992 - £28,610 �

At Bright Futures, we champion the potential of every person with autism and a learning disability, believing wholeheartedly in their ability to thrive and lead the most fulfilling lives.Our Comer Wall Way home supports three adults in Halewood, Liverpool.The people we support here love taking part

Innovate and refine the menu, incorporating sustainability-focused and creative cooking techniques.

Be all you can be with Hamberley.At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day' and we're recruiting for a Care Assistant to help us achieve our goals.At Alston House, our Care Assistants are called Homemakers.More than support workers, care assistants or he