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Chefs (All levels) across Essex area

£16 - £18 per hour
Temporary

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Agency Chefs Required Across Essex

Schools | Care Homes | Nurseries

Flexible Work * Competitive Pay * Immediate Starts Available

Are you a passionate and reliable Chef looking for flexible work across Essex? We are currently recruiting experienced Agency Chefs to support a variety of clients, including schools, care homes, and nurseries throughout the Essex area.

Whether you're looking for full-time hours, part-time shifts, or occasional work to fit around your lifestyle, we have opportunities available to suit you.

The Role

As an Agency Chef, you will be responsible for:

Preparing and cooking fresh, nutritious meals
Following menus and dietary requirements
Maintaining high food hygiene and health & safety standards
Managing kitchen operations and stock where required
Working independently or as part of an established catering team
Providing excellent food service within educational and care settings

What We're Looking For

Previous experience as a Chef, Cook, Sous Chef, or Head Chef
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (minimum)
Knowledge of allergen awareness and special dietary requirements
Reliable, professional, and adaptable approach
Own transport is advantageous due to various locations across Essex

What We Offer

✅ Competitive hourly rates

✅ Weekly pay

✅ Flexible working patterns

✅ Opportunities across schools, care homes, and nurseries

✅ Friendly and supportive recruitment team

Locations

We have vacancies throughout Essex, including:

Brentwood
Chelmsford
Basildon
Southend-on-Sea
Colchester
Braintree
Harlow
Rayleigh
Witham
And surrounding areas

Apply Today

If you're a dedicated Chef looking for rewarding, flexible work in schools, care homes, and nurseries across Essex, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV.

Join a trusted agency supplying talented catering professionals across Essex and start your next assignment today! ️‍‍

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