Chef Stafford

Prison Chefs - Stoke on Trent Location: Telford, Stoke on Trent, Stafford &amp; surrounding areasPay: £19 (Mon-Fri) up to £37 on weekends. Ongoing full-time work with a regular income, weekends &amp; Bank Holidays are paid at an enhanced rate. You must be able to work full time and all shift pattern once rota provides. Shift Patterns Will be 5 days out of 7 including weekends and bank holidays up to 37.5 hours a week Start Date: If you have worked in a prison previously or have completed a prison vetting within the last 5 years, then you can start as soon as possible. If not we can submit your details to the vetting team. Once completed then you will be able to start. Have you ever wanted to really make a difference to people lives, or really wanted to help support people with upskilling their skill sets, ready for their new ventures in life. If so, we believe this role maybe just what you're looking for…..The Role:Working within a prison kitchen is not your typical kitchen. You will be based inside a prison, running a busy catering operation that keeps hundreds of people well-fed every day. It's all about high-volume, quality batch cooking-and it runs like clockwork (thanks to people like you).As you can imagine you are required to work on site the Prison canteens and you will be working with residents in the kitchen as part of the work party along with Civilian Catering Staff. You will be required to Supervise Prisoners, with food preparation, and cooking of the meals following health and food safety on site.You'll be:<ul><li>Prepping and cooking large-scale meals-no tiny plates here.</li><li>Following batch recipes to keep quality and consistency on point</li><li>Helping train and support Prison residents on site</li><li>Keeping things clean, safe, and organised</li><li>Working as part of a small, dedicated catering team</li><li>Putting away deliveries.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of food &amp; other areas of the kitchen including pot washing, and basic cookery skills</li><li>Adhering to all relevant health and safety requirements</li><li>Cooking nutritious food within requirements</li><li>Ensure a clean as you go policy is being always operated</li><li>Possibility of serving food and stocking up trolleys.</li><li>Training and supervising Prison residents on site</li></ul>This isn't a restaurant gig-it's a professional kitchen with purpose and structure. You'll be making a real difference every day.What You Bring:<ul><li>Kitchen experience, ideally in batch or volume cooking</li><li>A cool head, solid work ethic, and a sense of humour</li><li>A team-player attitude and clear communication</li><li>A calm, respectful approach to working in secure settings</li><li>Previous experience as a chef up to supervisory level or worked in a prison previously.</li><li>Previous experience within contract catering or cooking food in bulk.</li><li>For an immediate start ideally, you would have prison checks completed within the last year, or willing to go through one with the prison directly, this can take some time to be returned.</li><li>Flexibility in shift patterns including weekends - must be able to cover full time hours</li><li>Great communication and teamwork skills</li><li>Level 2 food hygiene certificate dated within the last 3 years</li><li>Happy to conduct extra Prison checks, due to the environment of the role</li><li>Happy to work in a prison, with prison catering staff onsite.</li><li>An in date Enhanced DBS covering child or adult or both workforce DATED WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS ideally on the new updated service programme. (we do have the Facilities to put you through one at a cost)</li><li>Ability to work under pressure</li><li>Due to certain locations a full UK driving license is required along with own access to a vehicle</li></ul>Bonus if you've worked in school, hospital, MOD, or care catering-or just like the satisfaction of feeding a lot of people well.What You Get:<ul><li>Reliable hours and structured days (no late nights!)</li><li>A supportive kitchen crew</li><li>The chance to be part of something meaningful, day in and day out</li><li>As we have agreements with national contracts we can offer work whilst waiting on a start date and extra work on your days off.</li><li>Great pay rates paid weekly</li><li>Ongoing work, offering full time hours</li><li>Dedicated consultant</li><li>Great opportunity for a foot in the door with a fantastic company</li><li>Holiday accrual</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Some shifts can offer a early finish</li><li>Not every weekend worked</li><li>Even though a lot of your roles will be on a temporary basis, these can quite easily lead to permanent work for the right candidates.</li></ul>The Commute: If you have a car and are flexible with traveling great, majority of our prisons offer on site parking. Due to the location a few of the prisons will need your own transport, however if you want to be considered then please reach out to us, to discuss your options. Working Hours: As you will be working within a prison the hours can vary every shift, once you start your assignment with the prison you will receive a rota, and the hours can vary from 6am till 7pm, you must be able to commit within these hours, and work weekends as and when required. Weekly average is between 41 hours and 39 hours per week, some even offer an earlier finish, or working 4 days on 4 days off. Ready to Apply?We can't wait to speak with you, So if you think this is just what you're looking for then click apply today to book your interview slot with Blue Arrow, our registration process takes less than 10 minutes to complete.P.S. This is a unique setting with big impact. If you like your food hearty and your kitchen well-run, we'd love to hear from you. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Prison Chefs  - Stoke on Trent

Enhanced DBS Chefs - Care Homes/Nurseries/Schools Stoke &amp; surrounding areas | Flexible Work | Competitive Pay | £17 per hour Blue Arrow is currently recruiting experienced chefs with an Enhanced DBS to work across a range of care homes and nurseries. If you are passionate about preparing nutritious, high-quality meals and want flexible work that makes a real difference, we would like to hear from you. The Role<ul><li>Prepare and cook fresh, balanced meals for residents and children</li><li>Follow dietary requirements, including allergies, textures, and cultural needs</li><li>Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety</li><li>Work independently or as part of a kitchen team</li><li>Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations</li></ul> Requirements<ul><li>Valid Enhanced DBS (can support with an application if neededl)</li><li>Previous chef experience (care, school, or nursery preferred)</li><li>Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (minimum)</li><li>Strong understanding of dietary needs and nutrition</li><li>Reliable, flexible, and professional attitude</li></ul> What We Offer<ul><li>Flexible shifts to suit your schedule</li><li>Weekly pay</li><li>Competitive hourly rates</li><li>Opportunities for ongoing and permanent roles</li><li>Support from a dedicated Blue Arrow consultant</li></ul> Why Join Us?At Blue Arrow, we specialise in matching talented chefs with rewarding roles where they can make a genuine impact. Working in care homes and nurseries means your food plays an important role in people's wellbeing. Apply NowApply today and one of our team will be in touch to discuss available opportunities near you.Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

DBS Chefs - Stoke-on-Trent

Relief Chefs all levels -Staffordshire and surrounding areasLocation: Stoke on Trent, Leek, Stafford, Newcastle Under Lyme, Congleton, Shrewsbury, Telford, Nantwich, Crewe Pay rates £17.50p/h to £20p/h - dependant of chef level, job roles, shifts and experience. enhanced rates on weekends, client dependant Shifts: day shifts, evenings, weekends, Contract - temporary ongoing can offer both full time and part time to suit your needs and commitments Blue Arrow are looking to add to their already fantastic chef database, ready for the Summer months as this is the busiest time of year for a lot of catering environments. You will be covering establishments ranging from, pubs, restaurants, golf clubs, farm shop cafes, hotels, contract catering sites, events and many more. This is a great opportunity to build extra hours, build your current network and profile, and have exposure to different environments along with working on a flexible basis.Type of chefs we are looking for: We are looking for all levels of chef's which include the following:<ul><li>Cooks</li><li>Breakfast chefs</li><li>DBS Chefs / Cooks for schools &amp; care homes and prisons - these do require a Enhanced DBS we can help process one if you don't already have one.</li><li>Chef De Parties</li><li>Sous Chefs</li><li>Head Chefs, Chef Managers, Catering Managers</li><li>Event, conference and banqueting Chefs</li></ul>The working environment: Due to the various different types of environments we cover your working environment will change from site to site, and even day to day, but we will look to place you in the most comfortable environments for you. We currently are or have supplied to the below environments.<ul><li>Contract catering sites including industrial catering</li><li>Schools, Nurseries, Universities, hospitals, Care homes and prisons - to work in these environments it would require an Enhanced DBS check - which we do have the facilities to put you through at a cost</li><li>Garden Centres and farm shops</li><li>Hotels, pubs, restaurants, golf clubs and events</li></ul>I am sure we have something to fit your experience and needs Why Apply &amp; Benefits to joining Blue Arrow Blue Arrow is a Nationwide Agency based throughout the UK we have branches in all locations work is always on offer. A lot of our chefs who are registered with us enjoy working for Blue Arrow due to the flexibility around shifts, and we can offer both ongoing and short-term assignments. Another great reason is that you get paid a great hourly salary along with every hour worked, some of our chefs have gained permanent roles with their perfect companies due to working in ongoing assignments and then offered permanent contracts and most importantly you are paid on time and on a weekly basis.<ul><li>Great pay rates and weekly pay</li><li>your very own App and portal to accept shifts on the go and submit timesheets</li><li>Dedicated consultant</li><li>Chance to gain more hours around current jobs and commitments.</li><li>Mixtures of shifts.</li><li>PAID FOR EVERY HOUR WORKED</li><li>ongoing work in majority of our client</li><li>Company pension scheme</li></ul>Working times and shifts: As you can imagine being a chef does mean you are expected to work days, evenings, weekends and nights. However, the benefit for joining us at blue arrow means you can choose which days you want to work, and we can offer a mixture of shifts to suit all needs.The Commute: As we cover many locations across Staffordshire, your commute will vary. If you have a car and are flexible with locations, great, if you're limited to public transport, we'll only send you to places that have public transport links and provide you with all the information you will need to get there. Requirements and skills:<ul><li>Previous experience as a chef, at least up to senior chef de partie role</li><li>Flexibility in shift patterns - i.e must be able to work day and night shifts dependant on when the clients need cover</li><li>Ability to cover ad hoc same day booking requests for our clients - which could lead to more ongoing work.</li><li>Great communication and team work skills</li><li>Level 2 food hygiene certificate (ideal but not essential as we can provide this at a cost)</li><li>Passion for food</li><li>Ability to work under pressure</li><li>Due to certain locations a full UK driving license is required along with own access to a vehicle</li><li>Own chef whites and chef knives</li><li>An in date Enhanced DBS DATED WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS ideally on the new updated service programme, this will allow you to work within Schools and Care homes. (we do have the Facilities to put you through one at a cost if needed, this would benefit you in offering more work.)</li></ul>So if you think this is just what you're looking for then CLICK APPLY TODAY, and sign up with us, feedback shows from previous chefs it can take less than 7 minutes to book your very own interview slot, and one of our consultants will be in touch within 24/48 hours (not including weekends)Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Relief Chefs all levels  -Staffordshire and surrounding areas

School &amp; Care home chefs - Staffordshire Location: Staffordshire Stoke on trent, Congleton, Leek, Kidsgrove Tunstall, Nantwich, Crewe, Stoke on trent, Buxton &amp; surrounding areas Contract type: Temporary - some contracts may lead to permanent after successful period.Hourly rate/Salary: £17.50p/h to £21p/h weekly payWe are currently looking to recruit several Enhanced DBS Cooks and chefs of all levels to support schools &amp; nurseries along with supporting our other sectors which include, Hotels, Restaurants, Pubs, golf clubs, Prison Catering, care homes, and retirement villages within the North Staffordshire areas. You will be working in several environments located in the following areas:<ul><li>Staffordshire</li><li>Congleton</li><li>Leek</li><li>Kidsgrove</li><li>Tunstall</li><li>Nantwich</li><li>Crewe</li><li>Stoke on trent</li><li>Buxton &amp; surrounding areas</li></ul>To be able to work within a school, nursery or care home environment you must have enhanced DBS covering adult, child, or both dated within the last 12 months or on the update service. If you don't have this we do have the facilities to process one for you at a cost. Imagine working as a chef/cook, having a great salary and getting paid for every hour worked, along with having the flexibility of when you work for a better work life balance. If you can imagine this, then we can offer you shifts to support this! Why Apply?<ul><li>Great pay rates</li><li>Weekly pay</li><li>Your very own Blue Arrow app for you accepts shifts on the go, put on your availability plus much more</li><li>PAYE - holiday accrual, and Blue Arrow process your national insurance and ensure you are paid every Friday</li><li>Dedicated consultant</li><li>Great work life balance</li><li>You choose the hours to work flexible shifts</li><li>Chance to gain more hours around current jobs and commitments.</li><li>Mixtures of shifts.</li><li>Different working environments - every day is different</li></ul> The Commute: As we cover a large number of locations across Staffordshire your commute will vary. If you have a car and are flexible with locations, great, if you're limited to public transport, we'll only send you to places that have public transport links and provide you with all the information you will need to get there. Type of Ehanced DBS chefs &amp; cooks we are looking for:<ul><li>Chefs</li><li>Cooks</li><li>Chef De parties</li><li>Sous Chefs</li><li>Second in command cooks &amp; chefs</li><li>Head Chefs</li><li>Catering Managers</li><li>Chef Manager</li><li>Prison Caterers</li></ul> The working environment: You will be providing hot, delicious, and nutritious food to vulnerable adults and children, your role is extremely important in ensuring every person has a hot meal for the day you work no matter where the place of work is. The main environments you will be working in is schools and care homes working within contract catering and will be required to cook specific items i.e textured meals for all residents and children, working from the IDDSI framework. You will also be involved in some of the serving and may meet some patients and children. Working Hours: You will be working a mixture of hours however majority of our school and nursery clients work from Monday to Friday working from around 7/8am until 2/3pm. Our care homes will require Monday to Friday work but also weekends coverage as they are open 7 days a week, hours will range from 7am till 6pm. Requirements and skills:<ul><li>You will have extraordinary attention to detail</li><li>You will have knowledge of stock management and ordering position dependant.</li><li>You will enjoy working with different people</li><li>Have the ability to work within various environments</li><li>Have experience working with the IDDSI framework cooking and producing texture dietary meals</li><li>Available to cover ad hoc last minute sickness requests for our clients this can be on the same day.</li><li>You will have the skills to manage small teams</li><li>You will be able to work under pressure and work with a variety of teams</li><li>You will enjoy being flexible and managing your own diary</li><li>You will be qualified within professional cookery to City &amp; Guilds 706/1, 706/2 or equivalent</li><li>Level 2 food hygiene certificate within last 3 years and up to date allergens certificates.</li><li>You will have at least 2 years background working as a chef</li><li>Experience working within schools and care homes as a chef or a cook.</li><li>You will be Senior Chef De Partie level or above</li><li>You will have your own chef whites and knives</li></ul> An in date Enhanced DBS DATED WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS ideally on the new updated service programme, without this we cannot work you in Schools or Care homes. (we do have the Facilities to put you through one at a cost if needed, this would benefit you in offering more work.) So if you think this is just what you're looking for then CLICK APPLY TODAY one of our dedicated chef consultants will be back in touch to discuss the next steps.Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

School & Care home chefs - Staffordshire

🍳 CHEFS WANTED - FLEXIBLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE 🍳 📍 Stafford🕒 Shifts: 7am 3pm | 2pm - 8pm | 10pm - 4am (you choose!)💷 Pay: £17 - £19 p/h (Days) | £22.50 p/h (Nights) Are you a culinary whizz with a love for fresh food?Whether you're chasing extra hours or looking for full-time work over the next few months, this role has your name written all over it! We're on the hunt for experienced, reliable chefs to jump into flexible temporary work ASAP in Stafford. This is ideal for those juggling other commitments, or anyone looking for something more ongoing - with the possibility of permanent opportunities down the line! The Ideal Candidate Will Have:✔ Previous chef experience✔ Food Hygiene Level 2 (within the last 3 years)✔ Own chef whites and knives✔ Passion for food and a flair for flavour✔ Confidence to run a kitchen section solo✔ Great teamwork and communication skills✔ A proactive, hands-on attitude✔ Willingness to help with all areas - including cleaning duties✔ Reliable, organised, and ready to get stuck in Day-to-Day Responsibilities:🥕 Prepping and cooking food to high standards📦 Putting away stock and deliveries🧼 Keeping your section clean and hygienic🍽 Washing utensils and managing cleanliness📋 Storing and sorting ingredients correctly💬 Reporting any issues to the relevant people What You'll Get with Blue Arrow:⭐ Weekly pay📱 Access to our app for rotas, shifts, and more☎ 24/7 consultant support🏆 "Superstar of the Month" recognition💰 Auto-enrolment into pension scheme👥 Friendly consultants who actually care Ready to cook up a storm?Apply now and one of our team will be in touch within 48 hours to get your application moving. Don't miss your chance to be part of something great - we can't wait to speak with you!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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