Head Chef

JN -092026-133743_1790087509
  • £16 - £21 per hour
  • Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
  • Contractor
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Head Chef Opportunities | North East England

£16.00 - £21.00 per hour

Are you an experienced Head Chef ready for your next challenge?

We are recruiting talented and passionate Head Chefs for a range of exciting opportunities across the North East, working with established employers in sectors including:

  • Hotels
  • Care Homes
  • Garden Centres
  • Leisure and Sports Centres
  • Restaurants and Gastro Pubs
  • Contract Catering
  • Event and Hospitality Venues

These roles offer the chance to lead kitchens of varying sizes, develop menus, manage teams, and deliver high-quality food experiences in diverse and rewarding environments.

What You'll Bring

  • Previous experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills
  • Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
  • Experience managing stock, budgets and kitchen performance
  • A passion for fresh, quality food and high service standards
  • The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and lead by example

What's on Offer

  • Competitive pay from £16.00 to £21.00 per hour
  • Opportunities with respected employers across the North East
  • Temporary, permanent and temp-to-perm positions available
  • Flexible working options
  • Career development and progression opportunities
  • Ongoing support throughout the recruitment process

Take the Next Step

Whether you're looking to run a busy hotel kitchen, lead a catering team in a care setting, or bring fresh ideas to a thriving leisure venue, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to explore Head Chef opportunities across the North East and find a role that matches your experience, ambitions and lifestyle.

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

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