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Pertemps are currently recruiting for a Chef to join our public sector client on a temporary basis.
đź“Ł Role: Chef
đź“ŤLocation: Edinburgh East
đź•’Hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week
đź’·Pay Rate: ÂŁ13.95 per hour
đź“…Duration: Temporary 6 months (with the possibility of permanent opportunity)
🔑Start Date: Late August/Early September 2026
Please note: This role requires a PVG Certificate for Children, or both Children and Adults. The cost is ÂŁ59 for a new application or ÂŁ18 to update an existing certificate, payable by the successful applicant.
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đź’Ľ Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious evening meals each day
- Prepare meals in advance for weekend service
- Order food supplies and manage stock levels
- Complete temperature checks and maintain food safety records
- Carry out daily kitchen hygiene and compliance checks
- Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised, and ready for each service
- Cater for a range of dietary, cultural, and religious requirements
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🙌 The Successful Candidate Should:
- Have previous experience working as a Cook or Chef
- Be reliable, organised, and able to work independently
- Have a good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety
- Be confident managing stock and placing food orders
- Have experience catering for a variety of dietary needs (desirable)
- Hold, or be willing to obtain, a PVG for working with children.
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