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
🙌 The Successful Candidate Should:

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📩 Interested? Apply today