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Chef
Job Location:
Job Location:
Colchester - UK
Yearly Salary:
£ £ 33000 - 34000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
7 August 2026 (2 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
4 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Chef
16.00 ph / 40 hr pw / 33280 PA
We are looking for a reliable and talented chef to manage an onsite workplace canteen catering for up to 75 people per day. This is a one-person kitchen where you will be responsible for preparing high-quality nutritious meals for employees.
The successful candidate will have proven experience as a Chef Kitchen Manager or Canteen Manager and hold a current Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate.
Core Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operation of the workplace canteen including food preparation menu planning stock control and budgeting.
- Prepare and serve high-quality nutritious meals in a professional and efficient manner.
- Maintain high standards of food quality hygiene and customer service.
- Plan menus that provide variety while minimising food waste.
- Order food and kitchen supplies ensuring appropriate stock levels are maintained.
- Ensure all food safety hygiene and health and safety regulations are followed at all times.
- Manage the kitchen independently and maintain a clean organised working environment.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience in a similar catering canteen or kitchen management role.
- Current Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate.
- Full UK driving licence (required due to the location of the site).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as this is a customer-facing role involving employees visitors and suppliers.
- Ability to work independently and effectively manage a one-person kitchen.
