Chef

Ready to spice up your career? We're on the lookout for a talented Chef to join our vibrant culinary team at Dale Barracks. If you're passionate about food, thrive in a team environment, and want to work with a world-class organisation that values your time and talent - we'd love to hear from you. What you'll be cooking up: Prepare and serve delicious meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner - with minimal waste and maximum flavour. Set 4 weekly menus so only need to be able to follow recipe card. Deliver silver service-level dining for special functions and hospitality events. Collaborate with fellow chefs and mentor new team members - sharing your skills and raising the bar. Support with deliveries, stock checks, food orders, and kitchen records. Keep everything spotless - from fridges to hot cabinets - and complete daily due diligence paperwork. Take part in regular deep cleans to maintain our high standards.

What we're looking for: Culinary qualification (NVQ Level1/Level 2 or equivalent) A true team player with effective communication skills Confident, flexible, and full of fresh ideas Able to pass DBS and security vetting (UK resident for 3+ years)

Location: Dale Barracks, Liverpool Road, Chester, CH2 4BD Pay: £13.05 per hour Hours: Permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours per week (5 days over 7, occasional weekends) Shifts: Hours range between 0530 and 20:30, 8-hour shifts with 30 min unpaid break Why join us? No late nights. No late shifts. Limited bank holiday work. Limited work over Christmas period required. Discounted meals on shift, uniform provided, and free on-site secure parking. Access to our Employee Benefits app - including online GP, supermarket savings, and wellbeing support. Life assurance, pension, and generous holidays (with the option to buy more). Career development, training, and apprenticeships. Internal promotion opportunities - we love to grow our own!