Relief / Temporary Chef

Platinum Recruitment · Sittingbourne, South East

Relief / Temporary Chef at Platinum Recruitment, based in Sittingbourne, South East, paying £17.00 - £22.00 per hour. This is a temp to perm role.

Salary
£17.00 - £22.00 per hour
Location
Sittingbourne, South East
Contract
Temp to perm
Posted
3 weeks ago
Closes
30 Aug 2026
Sector
Chef

About 11% above the going rate for chef

Reference https://platinum-hospitality.co.uk/job/relief-temporary-chef-3/

About the role

Relief Chef | Kent | £17.00 – £22.00+ per hour | Weekly Pay

Relief Chef
Location: Kent
Salary / Rate of Pay: £17.00 – £22.00+ per hour

Platinum Recruitment is working with a wide range of Hotels, Gastro Pubs, Restaurants, Golf Clubs, Wedding Venues, Country House Hotels, Event Venues and Contract Catering sites across Kent. We have ongoing opportunities for talented Relief Chefs at all levels, from Chef de Partie through to Head Chef.

We’re recruiting chefs across Maidstone, Canterbury, Ashford, Tunbridge Wells, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham, Dartford, Gravesend, Sittingbourne, Sevenoaks, Whitstable, Herne Bay, Folkestone, Hythe, Dover, Deal, Sandwich, Tenterden, Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate.

Whether you’re looking for a few shifts a week or full-time temporary work, we have regular assignments to suit your availability.

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive hourly rates from £17.00 – £22.00+ per hour

  • Weekly pay every Friday

  • Flexible working to fit around your lifestyle

  • Ongoing temporary assignments

  • Temp-to-perm opportunities

  • Work available in hotels, gastro pubs, golf clubs, wedding venues and restaurants

  • Meals provided on duty at many venues

  • Dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your assignments

  • Recommend a Friend Scheme – earn up to £250 per successful referral

What’s involved?

As a Relief Chef representing Platinum Recruitment, you’ll be working across a variety of professional kitchens, maintaining high food standards while adapting quickly to different environments.

We’re looking for chefs who are reliable, organised and passionate about producing quality food.

You’ll need:

  • Previous experience working as a professional chef

  • Experience as a Chef de Partie, Sous Chef or Head Chef

  • Food Hygiene Certificate

  • Allergy Awareness Certificate

  • Right to Work in the UK

  • Two recent hospitality references

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced Relief Chef looking for regular temporary work across Kent, we’d love to hear from you.

Click Apply Now, and one of our specialist Chef Consultants will be in touch to discuss current opportunities in your area.

Consultant: Bradley Baxendale
Job Role: Relief Chef
Location: Kent, Maidstone, Canterbury, Ashford, Tunbridge Wells, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham, Dartford, Gravesend, Sittingbourne, Sevenoaks, Whitstable, Herne Bay, Folkestone, Hythe, Dover, Deal, Sandwich, Tenterden, Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate.
Reference: INDCHEFS

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

Reference: https://platinum-hospitality.co.uk/job/relief-temporary-chef-3/ · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 30 Aug 2026 · Listed via Platinum Recruitment

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