Chef

Chef

Environments - Schools, Nurseries, Care homes, Retirement villages

Locations: Opportunities available across Nottingham, Mansfield, Mansfield, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Arnold, Newark. We also cover Beeston, Stapleford, Long Eaton, Clifton, West Bridgford, Cotgrave, Radcliffe-on-Trent, Bingham, Wollaton, Lenton, Sherwood, Hucknall

Pay: £17.00 - £21.00 per hour - paid weekly
Contract: Flexible day, evening and weekend shifts with full-time and part-time options available

Flexible Chef Work Across Nottinghamshire & Surrounding Areas

Part time - this will be suitable for any chefs looking to pick extra hours around their current job or commitments

Full time- this would be suitable for any chefs looking for full time work with the option of flexible work too.

Whether you want consistent full-time hours, extra shifts alongside another job, or the freedom to choose assignments that suit you, Blue Arrow has flexible chef opportunities available across the East Midlands.

We're expanding our relief chef team especially with the DBS environments for schools, retirement villages, care homes etc. We are looking for skilled chefs of all levels to support clients across Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield and the surrounding areas. Whether you have a DBS or not we are looking to speak with all chefs across all levels.

This is a great opportunity to access competitive hourly rates, work in a variety of kitchens, broaden your experience and enjoy the flexibility that agency work can provide.

Roles We Are Recruiting For

• Cooks & Assistant Cooks
• Breakfast Chefs
• DBS Chefs & Cooks
• Chef de Parties
• Sous Chefs
• Head Chefs
• Chef Managers
• Catering Managers
• Event, Conference & Banqueting Chefs

From experienced Cooks looking for regular shifts to Head Chefs seeking flexible assignments, we'd be pleased to speak with you.

Where You Could Be Working

By registering with us, you can be considered for assignments across many different sectors, including:

• Schools & Academies
• Nurseries & Universities
• Care Homes & Healthcare Facilities
• Hospitals
• Prisons
• Hotels & Resorts
• Restaurants & Gastro Pubs
• Golf Clubs & Leisure Venues
• Contract Catering Sites
• Industrial Catering Facilities
• Farm Shops & Garden Centres
• Events, Conferences & Banqueting Venues

Locations we cover:

We are the chef agency that covers the East Midlands, so we can support you with work within any of the following locations:

• Derby & Derbyshire
• Stoke on Trent & Staffordshire
• Burton Upon Trent and surrounding areas
• Nottingham & Nottinghamshire including Lincoln.

Every week can look different. We'll take the time to understand your experience, preferences and availability so we can match you with suitable kitchen environments.

A number of our clients require an Enhanced DBS check to work in their environments, so we're encouraging chefs to register early so compliance can be completed before ready for your first shift.

Don't currently hold an Enhanced DBS?

That's not a problem. Blue Arrow can support you with arranging one, helping you access more assignments. While your DBS is being processed, we may be able to offer work in hotels, pubs, restaurants, events and other hospitality settings so you can begin earning sooner.

Registering early puts you in a strong position to secure ongoing opportunities when September demand increases.

DBS Support for Eligible Roles

Many assignments within schools, nurseries, care homes, healthcare environments and prisons require an Enhanced DBS certificate dated within the last 12 months.

If you do not currently have one, Blue Arrow can guide you through the application process and help open up further work options, at a cost to yourself.

What You Can Expect From Blue Arrow

• Competitive pay rates of £17.00 - £21.00 per hour
• Enhanced weekend rates available with selected clients
• Weekly pay
• Paid for every hour worked
• Flexible shifts to fit around your lifestyle
• Ongoing assignments with many of our clients
• Opportunities for both full-time and part-time work
• Blue Arrow App to manage shifts, availability and time sheets
• Dedicated Consultant Support
• Company Pension Scheme
• Opportunities that can lead to permanent positions

Choose Shifts That Suit You

We offer a variety of shifts to suit your availability:

• Early shifts
• Day shifts
• Evening shifts
• Weekend shifts
• Ad hoc bookings
• Long-term assignments

Relief chef work gives you the flexibility to choose shifts that work around your lifestyle and commitments.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience as a chef
• Flexibility in shift patterns including weekends
• Great communication and team work skills
• Level 2 food hygiene certificate dated within the last 3 years. (ideal but not essential as training is provided)
• Level 2 Health and Safety Certificate (ideal but not essential as training is provided)
• Passion for food
• Available to cover ad hoc last minute sickness requests for our clients this can be on the same day.
• Experience with the IDDSI framework to prepare and cook texture diets
• Ability to work under pressure
• Due to certain locations a full UK driving license is required along with own access to a vehicle
• A DBS (essential - as mentioned above)

Apply now - next steps

So if you think this is just what you're looking for then CLICK APPLY TODAY. To book your Id check and a meeting with one of our teams, to finalise the registration process. The registration can take less than 7 minutes.

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