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Chef - Fixed Term Contract

Job Posted: 24 days ago

Salary: £ 14.26 - 14.26 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Grantham, Lincolnshire

Expire in: 4 days

Job Description

Chef role in Grantham, Lincolnshire - £14.26 per hour plus excellent benefits
 Full-time fixed-term contract from March to October at a residential activity centre, 5 days out of 7, a mix of early and late shifts, live-in available if needed

We're recruiting a Chef to join the catering team at a residential outdoor activity centre near Grantham in Lincolnshire. Set within beautiful countryside surroundings with lakes, woodland and extensive outdoor activity facilities, the centre hosts children and young people on multi-day residential stays packed with adventure and team-building experiences.

As Chef, you'll prepare and deliver nutritious, high-quality meals to support busy, active days - from early breakfasts before activities to evening meals following full days of adventure. This is a full-time fixed-term contract running from March to October, offering a mixture of early and late shifts and the option of live-in accommodation.

Why apply / What's in it for you?

Full-time seasonal contract from March to October, working 5 days out of 7 with a mix of early and late shifts
 * Competitive pay of £14.26 per hour
 * Generous holiday allowance, including bank holidays and an extra day off for your birthday
 * Option to purchase additional annual leave and take paid volunteering days
 * Ongoing training, mentoring and opportunities to develop your skills
 * Opportunities to work across other UK or European locations
 * 24/7 access to wellbeing and mental health support, including an Employee Assistance Programme
 * Family-friendly policies and a contributory pension scheme
 * Financial wellbeing tools allowing you to save or borrow directly from your salary
 * Free or heavily discounted family breaks, plus discounts at over 800 retailers
 * Live-in accommodation available, if required

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and serve nutritious, well-balanced meals to a high standard for children, staff and visitors
 * Cater for medical, dietary and allergen requirements with care and attention
 * Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene, HACCP and health & safety standards
 * Support the organisation and day-to-day running of the kitchen
 * Manage your own workload while contributing to continuous improvement
 * Assist with wider centre duties within a busy residential activity environment

What we're looking for:

Previous experience as a cook or Chef in a busy catering environment
 * Strong knowledge of food hygiene, allergen control and dietary requirements
 * Ability to stay organised and work calmly under pressure
 * A flexible, team-focused approach to working early and late shifts
 * Level 3 Food Safety qualification (desirable, not essential)

If you're looking for your next Chef role in Grantham, Lincolnshire, offering seasonal work and development opportunities within a residential activity-centre setting, please apply now.

Job Number │ INDCATERERING │ (phone number removed)
 Location │ Grantham, Lincolnshire
 Role │ Chef

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