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Taylor Shaw - Great Food, Bright Futures Supporting our School across Birmingham & Dudley , at Taylor Shaw , we believe healthy food fuels young minds , and we're passionate about serving delicious, nutritious meals in schools and colleges across the UK. Every meal is fresh, sustainable, and packed with goodness - because we know young people deserve the best. Elior is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including Children's Barred List, and two suitable references. Step away from the same kitchen every day. As a Relief Chef with Taylor Shaw, you'll become our trusted regional expert within our Education sites across Birmingham & Dudley • bringing confidence, stability and great food to our students when it matters most. If you're a confident, adaptable Chef who enjoys variety within a role that genuinely makes you feel like you're making a difference, this is the one! What you'll be doing: Cover planned and unplanned absence across multiple Taylor Shaw locations Support teams during busy periods or transition Bring consistency, standards and leadership wherever you go Keep kitchens running safely, efficiently and to Taylor Shaw standards Build strong relationships with managers and operations teams across the region Role model high standards in H&S, food safety and compliance Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, 35 Hours Per Week, Term Time Only, Mileage Included What can you bring? Senior chef experience Calm, organised and confident under pressure A genuine passion for customer service Strong kitchen management and people leadership A positive, solutions-focused approach TMF experience helpful, though training provided Your own vehicle is essential for this role, with mileage included (33p per mile for a petrol vehicle & 26p per mile for an electric vehicle) What the role brings to you: Variety instead of routine More responsibility and autonomy Faster skills development across different sites Wider visibility with senior leaders (accelerates progression) A role where you're the person people rely on when it counts No evenings or weekends required, supporting your way of life If you enjoy being the Chef who can "walk into any kitchen and make it work", you'll thrive here! Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks! At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here's what's waiting for you: Free, tasty meals • Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work! Flexible working, • including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9-5 schedule. Plenty of Time to Unwind, • Flexibility around family life with holidays that match the school calendar. Leave for life's important moments, • whether family, personal or unexpected. Give back time, • paid volunteering days for the causes you care about. Room to grow, • career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career. Wellbeing first, • mental health support and wellbeing perks. Financial security, • pension schemes and life assurance. Exclusive discounts, • save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel! One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage. Why You'll Love Working Here We're a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK , serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day. And here's the best part - 87% of our team say they're proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you're listened to, trusted, supported, and valued. Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you're passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you! We Celebrate You! At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed. Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help! Ready to join us? Hit 'Apply Now' and let's chat! TPBN1_UKCT