Chef

Temporary

Chef – £17.50 per hour inc holiday pay | Basildon, Essex
Ready to step straight into a new temporary role? This opportunity in Basildon, Essex offers an immediate start, great pay, and the chance to showcase your skills within a supportive catering team.

About the role:
As part of the kitchen team in Basildon, Essex, you’ll support the Head Chef, lead when required, and ensure every dish meets high standards. This is a temporary position, ideal for an experienced cook who thrives in a fast-paced, friendly environment and enjoys creating quality food.

Why apply?
You’ll enjoy:

• £17.50 per hour including holiday pay
• An immediate start – begin earning right away
• Temporary role with flexible working arrangements
• A supportive team environment where your input is valued
• The chance to grow your catering experience

Key Responsibilities:
In this role, you’ll:

• Lead the kitchen team in the Chef’s absence
• Support junior staff with food preparation and plating
• Oversee stock control and ensure food rotation standards are met
• Maintain quality, presentation, and consistency across all dishes
• Manage ordering, minimise waste, and assist with menu creation

What we’re looking for:
We’re seeking:

• Someone available to start immediately
• Previous catering experience in a professional kitchen
• A confident cook with strong teamwork and attention to detail, ready to help others learn and develop their cooking skills

If you’re looking for your next step as a Chef in Basildon, Essex, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a talented team making a real difference every day.

Job Number INDCATERERING│ KH400
Location │ Basildon, Essex
Role │ Chef

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.