Chef

Pertemps are currently recruiting for a Chef to join our public sector client on a temporary basis!

📍 Location: Edinburgh East – Various locations
🕒 Hours: 24–36 hours per week available
💷 Pay Rate: £14.27 per hour
📅 Duration: Temporary ongoing, with the possibility of a permanent opportunity
🔑 Start Date: ASAP, subject to completion of background checks

Please note: This role requires a PVG Certificate for Children, or both Children and Adults. The cost is £59 for a new application or £18 to update an existing certificate, payable by the successful applicant.

💼 Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious meals each day
• Prepare meals in advance for weekend service
• Order food supplies and manage stock levels
• Complete temperature checks and maintain food safety records
• Carry out daily kitchen hygiene and compliance checks
• Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised and ready for each service
• Cater for a range of dietary, cultural and religious requirements

• Have previous experience working as a Cook or Chef
• Be reliable, organised and able to work independently
• Have a good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety
• Be confident managing stock and placing food orders
• Have experience catering for a variety of dietary requirements (desirable)
• Hold, or be willing to obtain, a PVG for working with children