Arc Hospitality
DBS Chef
DBS Chef at Arc Hospitality, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, North East, paying £16.00 - £18.00 per hour. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £16.00 - £18.00 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Newcastle upon Tyne, North East
- Closing date
- Sector
- Chef
- DBS check
Bang in line with the market for chef
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About the role
OVERVIEW
We are currently recruiting high-quality DBS-checked Relief Chefs to support schools, care homes, and contract catering sites across the North East (Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham, Middlesbrough & surrounding areas).
If you’re passionate about food, dependable, and ready to step into fast-paced kitchens, we want to hear from you.
Wages - £16.00ph - £18.00ph + holiday pay (Depending on experience)
While working with us you will have the opportunity to work in different sites like carehomes, schools, events, Racecourses, and local universities etc.
This is why you need to be confident in your skills & able to adapt to new environments.
Experience in carehomes, schools or contract catering is preferred, but if you have a minimum of 3 years chef experience in fast paced environments, feel free to get in touch as hard working, skilled chefs with great attitudes are always welcome.
This is a great opportunity to develop your career, gain flexibility and a work life balance. As well as this you will meet and work alongside industry leaders as you make your way around the clients we support all around the Northeast.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Cook to specification and opportunity for menu creation.
- Product Delivery, Standards and Innovation
- Cleaning the kitchen & it’s equipment
- Due diligence, Record food/fridge temps & wastage
- Liaising with Front of House Staff and Management.
- Stock Control, Waste Management and Finance
- Health & Safety, Food Hygiene and Maintenance
- Be aware of and adhere to Health and Safety at Work, COSHH and other legislation at all times.
Benefits
- Competitive pay. Starting from £15.00 ph + holiday pay
- Flexible hours of work - you pick when you work!
- Opportunities to work in a variety of venues including many world class events!
- Good opportunity for progression
- Temp to Perm opportunities available
- Know a great chef? We run a Chef Referral Scheme, giving you the opportunity to earn a bonus for successful referrals. Full T&Cs: https://wearearc.zendesk.com/hc/en-gb/articles/39602017532189-Chef-Refe…
What you need?
- Food Safety Level 2 certificate - From last 3 years
- Food Allergen certificate - From last 3 years
- Enhanced DBS Certificate within the last 3 years
- Health & Safety Level 2 - From last 3 years
- You will have an NVQ Level 2/3 Professional Cookery or relevant experience in the role.
- Good Knowledge of food and passion for delivering high quality, affordable, on-the-go and sit-down meals.
- Eligible to work in the UK
- An eagerness to work hard & enthusiasm for your role
This is an ideal role for someone seeking flexible work.
Apply Now - https://jobs.wearearc.co.uk/
Here’s what to expect: Application / Online Assessment / Profile & Right to Work / References / Free Training / Final Review / Sign & Get Started
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About Arc Hospitality Recruitment Ltd
Arc Hospitality Recruitment Ltd is an employment agency supplying premium seasonal and temporary staff to many of the UK’s leading sporting, leisure, and heritage venues. All work is offered on a temporary basis and applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
We operate a merit-based recruitment process; due to the high volume of applications received, only those shortlisted will be contacted. Arc is a proud Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Your application and personal data will be handled in line with our Privacy Policy and UK GDPR.
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Reference: ff013b05fe56cf6de53746ee32fd9cc3ad0253e6 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 1 Nov 2026 · Listed via Arc Hospitality
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