Head Chef

Location: Within 20 miles of Newton Abbot

Rate: £16 per hour

Contract: Friday 31 July – 22 October (with opportunities for further work afterwards)

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Head Chef to lead our kitchen on a busy film catering production. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys creating varied, high-quality meals each day.

Key Responsibilities

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• Lead and manage a small kitchen team of 3.
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• Plan and prepare daily menus.
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• Cook approximately 100 covers per day, including: Full cooked breakfast; Three freshly prepared lunch options (meat, fish, and vegan).
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• Produce a different lunch menu each day.
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• Cater for all dietary requirements and allergens.
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• Manage food ordering and stock control.
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• Maintain cleaning schedules and high kitchen hygiene standards.
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• Work effectively in an open kitchen, providing excellent communication and customer service.
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Requirements

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• Proven experience as a Head Chef with a strong background in a variety of cuisines.
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• Ability to lead and motivate a small team.
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• Strong menu planning and organisational skills.
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• Excellent knowledge of food allergens and dietary requirements.
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• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate preferred (minimum Level 1 considered).
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• Good standard of spoken English.
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• Full UK driving licence and access to a car or motorcycle.
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• Must be based within 20 miles of Newton Abbot.
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Working Hours

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• Monday to Friday.
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• Typical hours: 5:00am – 4:00pm.
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• Flexibility is essential, as filming schedules can change at short notice.
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Additional Information

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• Self-employed position.
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• Contract runs from 31 July to 22 October.
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• Further work may be available after the contract ends.
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• There is also the possibility of spending approximately 10 days working in Jersey during the contract.
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If you’re an experienced Head Chef looking for a rewarding role in the film catering industry, we’d love to hear from you.