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TEMPORARY
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Join our Temp Chef Team | Milton Keynes

3/23/2026

Relief Chefs will step into various professional kitchens to maintain smooth day-to-day operations by preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes according to established standards. Duties also include supporting kitchen teams with service, prep, cleaning tasks, and ensuring excellent food hygiene and safety compliance.

Salary

14 - 20.73 GBP

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

2-10 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Welcome to Chefs for Chefs Ltd, a trusted staffing agency dedicated to providing top-tier hospitality professionals across the UK hospitality, care, and education sectors. Established in 2014 by former chefs Richard Barrett and Shaun Banks, Chefs for Chefs was born out of a passion for delivering exceptional service and challenging the industry norm. At Chefs for Chefs Ltd, we specialise in offering both temporary and permanent recruitment solutions with a unique twist—no upfront fees and competitive rates starting from just 7.5%. Our mission is clear: to redefine hospitality recruitment by fostering a culture of integrity, transparency, and the unmistakable Yorkshire Grit. Our commitment extends beyond just filling roles; it's about building lasting partnerships and becoming the trusted recruitment partner of choice. Whether you're a hospitality business operator seeking skilled chefs or a hospitality professional searching for your next opportunity, Chefs for Chefs Ltd is here to support you every step of the way. Join us in shaping the future of hospitality staffing. Discover why countless businesses and chefs across the UK trust Chefs for Chefs Ltd to deliver excellence, reliability, and unmatched service.
About the Role

Join Our Team – Experienced Relief Chefs Wanted

Are you a passionate and skilled chef looking for your next challenge?
At Chefs for Chefs, we’re expanding our team of talented Relief Chefs to support a wide range of hospitality businesses across the UK.

Whether you’re a Kitchen Porter, Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, or Head Chef, this is your opportunity to showcase your skills, work in diverse kitchens, and enjoy the flexibility that fits your lifestyle.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Relief Chef, you’ll step into professional kitchens and help maintain smooth day-to-day operations. Your duties will include:

  • Preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes to established standards.
  • Supporting kitchen teams with service, prep, and cleaning tasks.
  • Maintaining excellent food hygiene, safety, and organisation at all times.
  • Adapting quickly to new environments and contributing positively to the team.
  • Collaborating with business owners and chefs to deliver consistent, high-quality service.

Role Expectations

Kitchen Porter – Support chefs with basic prep, maintain cleanliness and hygiene, manage dishwashing areas, and assist in keeping the kitchen organised.

Chef de Partie – Deliver consistent dishes, maintain section standards, and support smooth kitchen service.

Sous Chef – Lead kitchen teams, deputise for the Head Chef, manage orders, and uphold food safety and hygiene standards.

Head Chef – Oversee all kitchen operations including rotas, stock control, ordering, compliance, and staff management.

What We’re Looking For

  • Level 2 Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness certificates (minimum).
  • Reliable, adaptable, and professional approach.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • A DBS check is desirable but not essential.

Why Join Chefs for Chefs?

With over a decade in hospitality staffing, we understand the industry inside out — because every member of our office team has been a chef too.

We offer:

  • Competitive hourly pay with weekly holiday pay included:
  • Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.
  • Variety of assignments across pubs, restaurants, hotels, and more.
  • Ongoing support and professional development.

UK-wide Rates:

  • Kitchen Porter – £12.50ph + holiday pay (£14.00ph total)
  • Chef de Partie – £13.50ph + holiday pay (£15.12ph total)
  • Sous Chef – £15.50ph + holiday pay (£17.37ph total)
  • Head Chef – £17.50ph + holiday pay (£19.61ph total)

London Rates:

  • Kitchen Porter – £14.00ph + holiday pay (£15.68ph total)
  • Chef de Partie – £14.50ph + holiday pay (£16.25ph total)
  • Sous Chef – £16.50ph + holiday pay (£18.49ph total)
  • Head Chef – £18.50ph + holiday pay (£20.73ph total)
Key Skills
Food PreparationCookingPresentationFood HygieneSafety ComplianceAdaptabilityTeamworkCommunicationStock ControlOrder ManagementStaff Management
Categories
HospitalityFood & BeverageTrades
Benefits
Flexible Working HoursWeekly Holiday Pay
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