Chef Wanted - £18ph | Local Government Role | Portland Dorset | Stable Hours & Great Team!

Location: Portland, Dorset

Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time

Pay Rate: £18 per hour

Schedule: 4-week rota, working 5 out of 7 days

Are you passionate about creating nutritious, high-quality meals that make a difference in your community? We're looking for an experienced Chef to join our Local Government catering team in Portland, Dorset.

What you'll do:

• Prepare and cook meals to meet dietary and nutritional standards.
• Work within food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Manage stock, ordering, and kitchen operations efficiently.
• Assist with training and development of clientele and staff.
• Deliver excellent service for staff and residents.

Must-Haves:

• Enhanced DBS for Adult Workforce, dated within the last 12 months and with no convictions (If you don't have one, we can apply for it at the point of interview.)
• Full UK Driving Licence and own transport (due to rural location).
• Previous experience as a Chef in a professional kitchen.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (Level 2 Food Hygiene minimum).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A passion for fresh, wholesome food.

Site Policies:

• No mobile phones allowed on site.
• No smoking policy across the premises.
• Use of own knives is not permitted - all equipment provided.

Why join us:

• Stable hours and work-life balance.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to make a real impact in the local community.

Apply today and help us serve Portland with pride!

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