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Head Chef

Head Chef (TM/Chef/Salisbury/SO) Salisbury, England

Salary: GBP15.13 - GBP17.37 per hour

Job Title: Catering Operations – Chef (Grade N2)

Location: [Insert Location / Site Name]

Contract Duration: 6 Months Temporary Contract

Start Date: Tuesday, 13th October 2026

Pay Rate: £15.13 - £17.37 (inc holiday pay)

Working Pattern: 40 hours per week | 5 days out of 7 | Shift: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable, experienced, and dedicated Chef (Grade N2) to join our fast-paced Catering Operations team on a 6-month temporary basis starting asap.

In this role, you will support high-volume food preparation and catering service, ensuring high standards of culinary quality, food safety, and hygiene across all daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare, cook, and serve high-quality dishes in line with set menus and nutritional guidelines.

  • Assist in managing kitchen operations during the 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM shift, ensuring timely meal delivery for daily services.

  • Maintain strict standards of kitchen cleanliness, food hygiene (HACCP), and health and safety regulations.

  • Support stock rotation, portion control, and waste minimization procedures.

  • Work collaboratively with the wider catering team to deliver exceptional service to clients, staff, and visitors.

Shift Pattern & Working Hours

  • Hours: 40 hours per week (Full-time)

  • Shift Times: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Includes 1-hour unpaid break per shift)

  • Schedule: Rotational pattern across the week (including weekend cover where required)

About You

  • Experience: Proven experience working in a commercial kitchen, high-volume catering, or hospitality environment.

  • Qualifications: Relevant Culinary Arts / Professional Cookery qualification (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent) and an up-to-date Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 minimum).

  • Skills: Strong knowledge of food safety, kitchen hygiene protocols, allergen awareness, and high-volume meal preparation.

  • Attributes: Excellent team player, reliable, calm under pressure, and organized with strong time-management skills.