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Relief Chef de Partie / Relief Sous Chef / Relief Head Chef Various Catering Outlets - £19.00 - £20.00 per hour (PAYE) - South Devon /Torquay and surrounding areas Were on the lookout for reliable experienced chefs to join our professional relief chefs team working at various sites in the South and South West of England. Positions available Relief Chef de Partie, Relief Sous Chef and Relief Head Chef in hotels, restaurants, pubs, holiday parks and residential care homes (DBS Cert required for care homes). IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE BENEFITS • All contracts are PAYE, • £19.00 - £20.00 per hour, • Get paid for every hour worked, • Paid weekly, • Holiday pay, • Pension contributions, • Travel costs, • Meals on duty, • Most with Free accommodation, • Flexible contracts offer full-time/part-time/temporary, • Short or long term work throughout the UK...

Lead the Kitchen. Inspire the Team. (Head Chef) £15.50 - £15.97 per hour + Bonus, Tronc & Perks Ready to run the show? At Prezzo, were looking for a high-energyHead Chefto lead our kitchen with purpose. This is your chance to bring your personality to the pass, work with an incredible, like-minded team, and have fun while driving a successful business. Why Join Prezzo Italian? • Earn More:High-earning potential with Tronc and Bonus schemes., • The Big Perks:Free meals on shift, your birthday off, and 50% off food for you and your crew., • Career Growth:Real pathways to progress within a "Better Careers for Everyone" culture., • The Extras:Wellbeing support, GP helpline, and massive retail discounts. The Role You are the heartbeat of the restaurants success. Leading by example, youll oversee daily operations with precisionfrom managing stock and controlling costs to mentoring your team. Youll work hand-in-hand with the GM to ensure every plate leaves the kitchen with pride, consistency, and that signature "Hospitality Magic." What Youll Bring: • Proven Leadership:Solid experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous in a fast-paced environment., • Operational Mastery:Expert knowledge of ki...

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an accomplished Sous Chef to join the senior kitchen team at a well-regarded waterfront hotel on the stunning South Devon coast, known for its high-end dining and a genuinely busy, high-volume operation. Sous Chef high-end hotel dining, South Devon coast. Wor

Chef de Partie / Junior Sous Chef high-end hotel dining, South Devon coast Location: Brixham, South Devon Salary: Up to £35,000 Contract: Permanent, full-time Live-In / Accommodation: Not available own transport or reliable public transport access to Brixham essential Overview An excellent opportunity has arisen for a talented Chef de Partie or aspiring Junior Sous Chef to join the kitchen brigade at a well-regarded waterfront hotel on the stunning South Devon coast, known for its high-end dining and a genuinely busy, high-volume operation. This is a kitchen where standards are high, service is fast-paced, and quality never slips the ideal next step for an ambitious chef who thrives under pressure and takes real pride in their craft. The Role Working closely with the senior kitchen team, you will run your own section to a consistently high standard during busy service periods, while supporting the wider brigade across a demanding, premium-quality operation. Hours are full-time and will include ...

A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible. Kick‑start or grow your culinary career in a fun, fast‑paced environment! At Parkdean Resorts, we’re searching for an enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our energetic kitchen team. If you’re passionate about food and ready to support the creation of dishes our guests will love, this is the perfect role to develop your skills and thrive in a supportive, hands‑on setting. What you will be doing... • Preparing and presenting dishes to company specifications, maintaining excellent standards of cookery and service., • Keeping your section and the wider kitchen clean, tidy, and hygienic throughout service., • Checking and recording food temperatures accurately, following company processes., • Completing food prep before and during service, and restocking as needed., • Supporting portion control and minimising food waste to help maximise profit., • Receiving, checking, and storing deliveries safely, following stock rotation and food safety guidelines., • Communicating clearly and professionally with the whole kitchen team to support a positive working environment., • Following all health & safety procedures including allergen policies, hygiene standards, correct equipment use, and incident reporting., • Completing deep‑clean tasks as directed by the Head Chef. About you... • Experience in high‑volume food preparation and cooking (preferred but not essential for the right candidate)., • The ability to work well under pressure in a busy kitchen environment., • A passion for producing great food and delivering unforgettable guest experiences., • Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays., • A Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification (or equivalent). So, why Parkdean Resorts? Well, besides the one-of-a-kind team culture, stunning locations across the UK, and the chance to work with the UK's largest holiday park organisation, we can offer: • The chance to develop your skills and boost your career across our 65 parks – we’ve got your back when it comes to training!, • You’re never on your own with our Employee Assistance Programme! It comes with a 24/7 confidential helpline for counselling and support - because your wellbeing is our top priority., • A 50% discount for you and a 25% discount for friends and family when booking your holiday with us., • A team member discount of 30%, available on everything from fabulous food to delicious drinks and even our fun leisure activities., • Score awesome discounts! From tasty meal kits like Hello Fresh to your favourite local gyms, we’ve got deals on lots of brands just for you. We want to be a force for good and caring for our parks, people, and planet is a natural component of the way we do business. We celebrate our people, communities and natural environment, enabling us to enhance the amazing memories we create for many years to come. Are we the right fit for you? At Parkdean Resorts, every park is a place to start something great; a place where youcan develop your skills, take on new challenges, and thrive alongside a team that supports you every step of the way. Our parks create meaningful memories for our guests and know that great service is more than a smile - it’s understanding the value of every moment. Because it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. Join a team that puts heart into every holiday. Be the Heart of the Park. Parkdean Resorts takes safeguarding seriously therefore background checks including DBS (or equivalent) will be carried out if appropriate. We want to do all we can to create an environment and recruitment process where people feel safe and comfortable to talk about disability. Bring your passion, precision, and creativity to the kitchen with a role that’s at the heart of delivering unforgettable holiday experiences. At Parkdean Resorts, we’re searching for a talented Chef de Partie to join our busy, vibrant kitchen team. As a Chef de Partie, you’ll work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to produce delicious, well‑presented dishes that consistently exceed guest expectations. Taking ownership of a specific kitchen section, you’ll prepare food to order, manage your station efficiently, and ensure every plate meets our standards for quality, speed, and consistency. What you will be doing... • Managing a kitchen section, leading junior team members, and preparing dishes in line with company specifications., • Maintaining high levels of cleanliness and hygiene throughout service and ensuring a full end‑of‑shift clean., • Checking, recording, and maintaining food temperatures in line with company processes., • Completing food prep before and during service, and restocking your section as needed., • Ensuring profit margins are maximised through accurate portion control, minimal waste, and consistent dish quality., • Receiving and storing deliveries correctly, following stock rotation and food safety guidelines., • Communicating clearly and professionally with the whole kitchen team to support smooth service., • Adhering to all health & safety standards, including allergen policies, uniform requirements, hygiene procedures, and correct equipment use., • Carrying out deep-clean tasks as requested by the Head Chef. About you... • Experience working in a leadership or supervisory capacity in a high‑volume kitchen environment., • The ability to perform well under pressure and stay organised during busy service periods., • A genuine passion for producing high‑quality food that enhances the guest experience., • Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends, evenings, and bank holidays., • A Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (or equivalent). So, why Parkdean Resorts? Well, besides the one-of-a-kind team culture, stunning locations across the UK, and the chance to work with the UK's largest holiday park organisation, we can offer: • The chance to develop your skills and boost your career across our 65 parks – we’ve got your back when it comes to training!, • You’re never on your own with our Employee Assistance Programme! It comes with a 24/7 confidential helpline for counselling and support - because your wellbeing is our top priority., • A 50% discount for you and a 25% discount for friends and family when booking your holiday with us., • A team member discount of 30%, available on everything from fabulous food to delicious drinks and even our fun leisure activities., • Score awesome discounts! From tasty meal kits like Hello Fresh to your favourite local gyms, we’ve got deals on lots of brands just for you. We want to be a force for good and caring for our parks, people, and planet is a natural component of the way we do business. We celebrate our people, communities and natural environment, enabling us to enhance the amazing memories we create for many years to come. Are we the right fit for you? At Parkdean Resorts, every park is a place to start something great; a place where youcan develop your skills, take on new challenges, and thrive alongside a team that supports you every step of the way. Our parks create meaningful memories for our guests and know that great service is more than a smile - it’s understanding the value of every moment. Because it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. Join a team that puts heart into every holiday. Be the Heart of the Park. Parkdean Resorts takes safeguarding seriously therefore background checks including DBS (or equivalent) will be carried out if appropriate. xdjnayx We want to do all we can to create an environment and recruitment process where people feel safe and comfortable to talk about disability. For any reasonable adjustment requests as part of the recruitment and assessment process, please contact Roisin at .

Role: Temporary Chef (all levels) Location: Devon, UK Salary / Rate of pay: £16 to £25 per hour Platinum Recruitment is working with a variety of clients in Devon and the surrounding areas, and we are currently looking to recruit talented and reliable Temporary Chefs of all levels to support a wide range of clients and an increasing number of temporary assignments in the region. What's in it for you? Flexible working hours. Meals provided on duty. Free parking available. Weekly pay (paid each Friday). Temp to Perm option with many of our clients. Referral Scheme up to £250 via Platinum Recruitment. Why choose our Client? We are currently recruiting experienced Temporary Chefs of all levels for a variety of clients across Devon and the surrounding areas. We work with an established portfolio of hotels, gastro pubs, restaurants, wedding venues, and hospitality businesses, offering opportunities within kitchens that serve everything from relaxed family-friendly dining and premium pub food to Rosette-standard and fine dining cuisine. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced chefs who are seeking flexible work, varied assignments, and the chance to work within a range of professional kitchen environments. Whether you are looking for a few extra shifts each week or full-time, ongoing temporary work, we would love to hear from you. Please note that accommodation is not available on these assignments; therefore, candidates should only apply if they can commute to parts of Devon daily. Having your own transport would be a significant advantage due to some venue locations and varying shift patterns, although it is not essential for all assignments. What's involved? Temporary Chefs working with Platinum Recruitment must have previous experience working in professional kitchens. You should have the ability to work confidently in a fast-paced environment, both as part of a team and alone. Temporary Chefs must be flexible and reliable, with an excellent attention to detail and high standards of food hygiene and safety at all times. Temporary chef work offers flexibility, variety, and the opportunity to work with some fantastic hospitality businesses across the region while maintaining control over your schedule. Whether you're an experienced Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, or Head Chef already or a permanent chef that's looking for more flexibility and variety, we have opportunities available both immediately and in advance. Apply today for more information and to discuss current temporary chef assignments available in and around Devon. Please note that accommodation is not available on these assignments; therefore, candidates should only apply if they are able to commute to parts of Devon on a daily basis. Having your own transport would be a significant advantage due to some venue locations and varying shift patterns, although it is not essential for all assignments. Sound like the role for you? Then we would love to hear from you! Click Apply Now and one of the team will in touch to discuss our Temporary Chef assignments in the Devon and surrounding areas. Don't forget to speak to your consultant about our "Recommend a Friend" referral scheme and find out how you could earn up to £250 per recommendation. Consultant: Tania Varley Job Number: Devon-TV/INDCHEFS Job Role: Relief Chefs (all levels) Location: Devon, UK Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1_UKCT

Head Chef high-end hotel dining, South Devon coast Location: Brixham, South Devon Salary: Up to £45,000 Contract: Permanent, full-time Live-In / Accommodation: Not available own transport or reliable public transport access to Brixham essential Overview An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a talented Head Chef to join the senior kitchen team at a well-regarded waterfront hotel on the stunning South Devon coast, known for its high-end dining and a genuinely busy, high-volume operation. Working closely under an experienced Executive Head Chef, you will share many of the leadership and operational duties a role ideally suited to a confident, capable chef who wants real ownership of a kitchen while benefiting from the support and mentorship of an established senior figure. The Role Reporting to the Executive Head Chef and sharing many of their day-to-day duties, you will help lead and run the kitchen driving consistency, leading service, managing the brigade and upholding the premium standards the operation is known for. You will play a central role in menu development, costings, ordering and compliance, while stepping up to take full charge when required. Hours are full-time and will include evenings, weekends and the busier seasonal periods typical of a successful coastal hotel. This is a genuine senior leadership position with real influence, offering the chance to work alongside and learn from an accomplished Executive Head Chef in a respected coastal kitchen. Key Responsibilities Leading and running the kitchen day to day alongside the Executive Head Chef Taking full charge of the kitchen and service in the Executive Head Chefs absence Maintaining consistently high-end standards of preparation and presentation Contributing to menu development, costings, gross profit and specials Leading, training and developing the kitchen brigade Managing ordering, stock control, food safety, hygiene and HACCP compliance Key Requirements Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef ready to step up, within a high-end dining environment A track record of leading a brigade within a very busy, high-volume operation Strong leadership, organisational and people-development skills A genuine passion for quality food and consistently high standards Sound understanding of kitchen finances costings, GP and stock control A driving licence and own transport, or reliable public transport access to Brixham no live-in accommodation is available If you are an ambitious, dependable Head Chef looking to lead in a premium coastal kitchen with the backing of an experienced Executive Head Chef, this could be the ideal role for you. Whats On Offer Salary of up to £45,000, depending on experience The opportunity to work alongside and learn from an experienced Executive Head Chef Real ownership and influence within a respected, high-end kitchen The chance to lead a talented brigade on the beautiful South Devon coast A supportive senior team and a busy, rewarding environment If this sounds like the right next step for you, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more. CVs in English (Word or PDF format only) Important Notes 1. DDH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. 2. Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates who closely match the requirements of the role will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within 7 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. 3. You must be eligible to live and work in the UK, with the appropriate right-to-work documentation, to be considered for this position. 4. By applying for this role, you consent to DDH Recruitment Ltd processing and retaining your personal data in connection with your application. DDH Recruitment Ltd takes your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application. We will process your data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Your details may be shared with our clients for the purpose of considering your suitability for this and similar roles. You have the right to request access to, or deletion of, your personal data at any time. TPBN1_UKCT