Chef (Various levels)

Gloucester & Surrounding Areas

Due to continued client demand across Gloucestershire, we are looking to expand our team of temporary chefs. We have a variety of assignments available for experienced catering professionals seeking flexible work, additional income, or ongoing temporary opportunities.

Whether you're available for occasional shifts, part-time work, or full-time temporary placements, we have immediate opportunities across a range of sites and sectors.

• Prep Chef
• Commis Chef
• Chef de Partie (CDP)
• Sous Chef
• Head Chef
• Chef Manager

• From £16.00 per hour
• Up to £20.00+ per hour depending on experience, role, and location
• Enhanced weekend rates may be available on selected assignments

Our chefs work across a diverse range of catering environments, including:

• Schools and Educational Facilities
• Care Homes and Supported Living Services
• Contract Catering Operations
• Hotels and Hospitality Venues
• Events and Conference Centres
• Business & Industry (B&I) Sites
• Military and Defence Establishments
• Commercial and Corporate Kitchens

Experience within B&I, healthcare, education, or military catering environments is highly desirable. However, candidates keen to gain experience within these sectors are equally encouraged to apply.

We have vacancies suitable for:

• Non-DBS Roles
• Standard DBS Positions
• Enhanced DBS (Adults)
• Enhanced DBS (Children)

Candidates with a current DBS certificate, particularly those registered with the DBS Update Service, are in high demand.

• Flexible working patterns that fit around your lifestyle
• Weekly pay
• Immediate starts available
• Ongoing and ad hoc assignments
• Competitive hourly pay rates
• Holiday pay accrued
• Workplace pension scheme
• Opportunities across multiple sectors and locations
• Dedicated support from a specialist recruitment team
• Consistent bookings throughout the year

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen environment
• A reliable, flexible, and professional approach to work
• Ability to perform under pressure in busy service periods
• Good knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene practices
• Food Hygiene Certificate preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Own transport is advantageous but not essential

If you're an experienced chef looking for flexible shifts, extra earning potential, or your next temporary assignment, we'd love to hear from you.

Register today and join our growing team of temporary chefs supporting clients across Gloucester and the surrounding areas. New opportunities are becoming available every week, with immediate starts on a range of exciting assignments.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.