Freelance chef

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£35,360–£47,840 a year

Reading

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

On-site

Work setup

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In brief

This freelance chef role involves delivering high-quality food preparation and service across various kitchen environments. The work requires adapting to different settings, maintaining strict hygiene standards, and supporting kitchen teams during temporary placements.

Best for

Chefs seeking flexible freelance assignments

Non-negotiable

Food hygiene certification required

Worth knowing

Shifts include daytime, evening, and weekend hours.

What you need

Required

  • Food hygiene certification

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Food safety knowledge

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Communication

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Reliability

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Work under pressure

    Strongly implied by the listing

Preferred

  • DBS check

    Can be obtained

Your day-to-day

  • Prepare and cook dishes

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Support kitchen service

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Maintain kitchen hygiene

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Manage menu preparation

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Supervise kitchen staff

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Cover temporary shifts

    Clearly stated in the job description.

What's on offer

Competitive hourly rates
Flexible work schedule
Accrued holiday pay
Full job description (from employer)⌄

Chefs don't make mistakes; they create new dishes" Elizabeth Brigg The Class 1 Personnel team is expanding! Our brand-new Reading branch is seeking Chefs looking for freelance work to join our network. Opportunities span across a wide range of industries, kitchens and events in the Greater Reading area. What We're Looking For We welcome chefs who are: Passionate about creating high-quality food Able to work confidently in fast-paced or unfamiliar kitchens Reliable, punctual, and professionally presented Strong communicators who work well under pressure Knowledgeable about food safety and hygiene procedures Flexible with shifts (daytime, evenings, weekends) We also require food hygiene certification. Some placements may require further certifications including DBS Roles & Responsibilities Depending on your level and placement, you may include but not be limited to: Prepare and cook dishes to specification Support service across a variety of stations Maintain a clean, safe working environment Assist with menu prep and stock rotation Lead kitchen sections or supervise junior staff (higher-level roles) Step into short-notice temporary shifts with confidence What We Offer ✔ Competitive hourly rates based on experience ranging between £17-£23 per hour ✔ Flexible work that fits your schedule ✔ Holiday pay accrued for every hour you work ✔ A wide variety of placements to build your skills and portfolio ✔ Supportive agency team to match you to the right roles and help throughout the process ✔ Opportunities for permanent or long-term ongoing assignments We want to hear from you! If you're looking for freelance chef work and want flexible, rewarding and reliable opportunities apply today to speak to the team about available positions! INDWH

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