Chef

Chef - Reading & Surrounding Areas

Berkeley Scott Recruitment

Berkeley Scott Recruitment are currently seeking experienced Chefs to work across a range of education and healthcare sites, including schools, colleges, and hospitals, throughout Reading and surrounding areas.

Benefits for Our Chefs

• Immediate starts available
• Competitive pay: £15.00 - £20.00+ per hour (depending on experience and role)
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your availability
• Weekly pay for your hard work
• Opportunities across multiple locations and sectors

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve nutritious, high quality meals in line with education and healthcare catering standards
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and allergen legislation always
• Cater for dietary requirements, allergies, and nutritional guidelines
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment
• Support with menu planning, stock rotation, and waste control
• Assist with service delivery during peak mealtimes in busy environments

Our Ideal Chef

• Proven experience as a Chef (CDP, Sous Chef, or similar) - ESSENTIAL
• Experience within schools, care homes, hospitals, or contract catering is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of nutritional standards and special dietary needs
• Level 2 Food Safety (minimum) or willingness to obtain
• Enhanced DBS - ESSENTIAL
• Ability to work efficiently in structured, compliance-driven kitchens
• Reliable, professional, and adaptable
• Driving licence preferred but not essential