Chef - schools and care homes - £16-£25

Chef - Flexible Temp Cover
Location: Liverpool, Wirral, Merseyside, Cheshire & North Wales
Employer: Blue Arrow Recruitment
Job Type: Temporary / Part-Time / Flexible
Pay Rate: £16 - £25 per hour (enhanced rates at some sites)
Start Date: ASAP

Looking for a better work-life balance as a chef? Want flexible shifts, no split shifts, and the freedom to choose when and where you work? Blue Arrow is looking for talented Chefs to join our team, providing temp cover across a wide variety of catering settings.

We work with schools, care homes, NHS sites, private healthcare, local businesses, offices, and events throughout Liverpool, Wirral, Cheshire, and North Wales. You'll have the chance to showcase your skills in different kitchens while enjoying the flexibility to fit work around your life.

What's on offer:
* Flexible hours - you tell us your availability each week
* No late nights or split shifts
* Shifts allocated through our online scheduler
* Weekly pay every Friday
* A dedicated consultant who supports you and finds the best shifts for you
* Opportunities to build experience in different environments

What you'll be doing:
* Leading the kitchen and supporting staff during busy services
* Preparing, cooking, and presenting meals to a high standard
* Maintaining food safety and hygiene at all times
* Adding creativity and flair to menus where required
* Adapting to different kitchens and teams while maintaining professionalism

What we're looking for:
* At least 2 years' chef experience in the UK
* Chef qualifications (minimum Level 2)
* Strong kitchen management skills and the ability to work under pressure
* A passion for food and creativity
* Excellent communication and organisation skills
* Reliability, flexibility, and a positive attitude
* Enhanced DBS (we can help with the application and part-fund the cost if needed)

Typical hours:

7am-2pm, 8am-3pm, 9am-5pm or 11am-7pm (varies by site)

This role is perfect if you're an experienced Chef looking for variety, flexibility, and the chance to earn £16-£25 per hour while working in settings that suit your skills and availability.

Interested?
Apply today or call Kamila on 0151 227 4400 to find out more.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we're committed to helping great chefs find great opportunities.

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