Relief Chef

  • Platinum Recruitment Consultancy
  • Langdon Hills, Essex
  • Mar 19, 2026
Seasonal Hospitality & Tourism

Job Description

Relief Chef - Care Home

Basildon

17.00ph

Platinum Employment are looking for a Relief Chef in the Basildon area to support local care homes. If you're looking for ad-hoc temporary work in Basildon that offers great benefits and a supportive agency, we want to hear from you!

What's in it for you?

  • Paid reliably every Friday.
  • Dedicated consultants providing ongoing support throughout your assignments.
  • Peace of mind with our out-of-hours support team available whenever you need us.
  • Support with your Enhanced DBS certificate updates.
  • The choice to work locally in Basildon or explore opportunities across the UK.
  • Regular work with alternate weekends required.

As a care home Relief Chef you will be:

  • Working 5 days a week on a weekly, rotation basis (07:30 - 3:30)
  • Bringing your valuable experience from a care home or other professional kitchen environment.
  • Contributing to a positive and efficient kitchen team.
  • Plan and prepare appealing, nutritious meals that meet individual children needs and preferences, including dietary requirements.
  • Ensuring the kitchen environment is consistently clean and adheres to all food safety standards.

What do you need?

  • IDDSI training
  • Level 2/3 Food Hygiene Certificate
  • Food Allergen Certificate
  • Enhanced DBS Certificate on the update service
  • Previous care home experience

Excited about the possibilities?

Don't miss out! Click Apply Now, and our team will be in touch to discuss the perfect Relief Chef opportunity for you in Basildon.

Job Role: Relief Chef
Job Number: RC/INDCATERERING
Location: Basildon

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