Chef role in Berwick-upon-Tweed with £31,230 salary and excellent benefits
Full-time role at a residential activity centre, 5 days out of 7, split shifts, no late evenings, live-in if needed
We’re recruiting a Chef to join the catering team at a residential outdoor activity centre set within a historic countryside location in Northumberland. The centre welcomes children and young people for multi-day residential stays focused on outdoor learning, adventure activities and team-building experiences. You’ll play a key role in preparing nutritious meals that fuel busy, high-energy days. This full-time role offers structured split shifts, no late evenings, and long-term stability – ideal for an experienced Chef or hands-on cook who enjoys variety, teamwork and a purposeful setting.
Why apply / What’s in it for you?
- Full-time position working 5 days out of 7 with planned split shifts
* No late evenings, supporting a healthier work-life balance
* Competitive salary of £31,230 per year
* Generous holiday allowance, plus 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 clear career development pathways
* 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 Chef 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 team
* Manage your own workload while contributing to continuous improvement
* Assist with wider centre duties within a busy outdoor residential activity environment
What we’re looking for
- Previous experience as a cook or Chef in a fast-paced 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 split shifts
* Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety in Catering (desirable, not essential)
If you’re looking for your next step as a Chef near Berwick-upon-Tweed, offering stability, development and the chance to work in a historic countryside residential activity setting, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now.
Job Number │ INDCATERERING │ 934973
Location │ Berwick-upon-Tweed
Role │ Chef
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
