Chef

Pertemps Scotland

Pertemps are currently recruiting for a Chef to join our public sector client on a temporary basis.

📣 Role: Chef
📍Location: Edinburgh East
🕒Hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week 
💷Pay Rate: £13.95 per hour
📅Duration: Temporary 6 months (with the possibility of permanent opportunity)
🔑Start Date: Late August/Early September 2026

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.

💼 Key Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious evening meals each day
  • Prepare meals in advance for weekend service
  • Order food supplies and manage stock levels
  • Complete temperature checks and maintain food safety records
  • Carry out daily kitchen hygiene and compliance checks
  • Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised, and ready for each service
  • Cater for a range of dietary, cultural, and religious requirements

🙌 The Successful Candidate Should:
  • Have previous experience working as a Cook or Chef
  • Be reliable, organised, and able to work independently
  • Have a good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety
  • Be confident managing stock and placing food orders
  • Have experience catering for a variety of dietary needs (desirable)
  • Hold, or be willing to obtain, a PVG for working with children.
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