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Production Chef - Fresh Food Education Site

£15.4 - £23.1 per hour

Production Chef - Fresh Food Education Site - Reading

Up to £15.40 per hour £23.10 per hour on Saturdays | £30.80 per hour on Sundays

If you're a passionate Chef who loves fresh food, thrives in a fast‑paced kitchen, and still wants a genuine work-life balance, this role is going to feel like a breath of fresh air.

Join a forward‑thinking Education site in Reading where everything is made from scratch - sauces, marinades, burgers, meatballs, breads, and more. You'll be part of a skilled production team creating high‑quality dishes for multiple on‑site restaurants.

This isn't your typical contract catering job. Innovation and sustainability are at the heart of the operation - they even run their own farm , supplying top‑quality meat directly to the kitchen. It's a place where chefs can take pride in the food they produce.

What We're Looking For

  • Experience in a quality, fresh‑food kitchen
  • Confidence working in a busy, high‑energy environment
  • A strong eye for consistency and quality
  • Flexibility with working hours
  • A positive, team‑focused attitude

What You'll Get

  • Up to £15.40 per hour
  • £23.10 per hour on Saturdays
  • £30.80 per hour on Sundays
  • 36‑hour contract (overtime paid at time and a half)
  • Enhanced pay before 08:00 and after 20:00
  • Time and a half on Saturdays, double time on Sundays
  • Rotational weekends
  • Set shifts: 07:00-15:00 or 13:00-21:00 , Monday-Sunday
  • Full‑time, stable contract
  • Excellent pension scheme
  • Real opportunities for development and progression

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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