Temporary Head / Sous Chef

Job description

Temporary Head / Sous Chef – Staff Canteen Cover

Location: Rochester

Rate: £18.00 – £22.00 per hour

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Head Chef or Sous Chef to provide temporary cover within a busy staff restaurant / canteen environment in Rochester.

This is a short-term assignment supporting the kitchen team and helping ensure smooth service within a high-volume catering operation.

Dates: 16th – 20th March (Potentially more shifts for the right candidate)

Hours: 06:30 – 15:30

Key Responsibilities:

- Supporting the day-to-day running of a busy kitchen

- Food preparation and cooking for staff restaurant service

- Working alongside the existing kitchen team during service

- Maintaining high food quality and hygiene standards

- Ensuring the kitchen remains clean, organised, and compliant with food safety procedures

Requirements:

- Previous experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef

- Experience working in a busy kitchen or contract catering environment

- Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume service

- DBS check required

- Background checks required

- Must provide and wear chef whites

Additional Information:

- On-site changing area available

- Lockable cupboard provided for personal belongings

If you are an experienced chef available for the above dates and looking for temporary work, please contact Chloe 01622 686 333 / Email

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

South East London

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £18.00 and £22.00 Per Hour

Published at

02-04-2026

Profession type

Bar Staff / Waiters and Waitresses

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English