
Chef
- Gloucester
- £30,000 per year
- Temporary
- Full-time
Location: Hartpury, Gloucester, GL19 3BE
REQ: 600971
Salary: £30,000 per annum (£14.82 per hour)
Contract: Term-Time Only (46 working weeks) – paid across 12 monthsHours: Full-Time, 40 hours/week | 5 days over 7 | Shifts between 06:00 – 20:00Love Cooking, But Tired of Late Nights? Join a Kitchen That Respects Work-Life Balance.Are you an experienced chef looking for a fresh challenge in a professional kitchen — without the pressure of long evenings or unpredictable hours?We’re currently recruiting for two talented Chefs to join our culinary team at Hartpury University, a vibrant campus with a strong sense of community. With a term-time only contract and no late-night shifts, this is your chance to build a rewarding career in a supportive and balanced environment.What You’ll Be Doing:
- Prepare and cook high-quality meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service
- Follow recipe cards to deliver consistent, creative dishes across all services
- Support and guide junior team members to maintain high kitchen standards
- Take ownership of stock management, food ordering, and delivery checks
- Ensure daily hygiene, food safety records, and cleaning schedules are completed
- Take part in occasional fine dining events (paid at a higher hourly rate)
- A relevant culinary qualification (e.g. 706/1, 706/2, or equivalent)
- Strong team player with a positive, can-do attitude
- Proven experience in a busy kitchen and a passion for producing great food
- Flexibility, reliability, and a proactive mindset
- Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check as part of our safeguarding process
- Term-time only – enjoy all school holidays off, while still receiving a monthly salary
- No late-night shifts – work between 6:00am and 8:00pm
- Stable hours – 40 hours per week, 5 days over 7 (including some weekends)
- Join a professional team that values your input and supports your growth
- Free meals while on shift
- Free on-site parking
- Access to our Employee Benefits portal with 100s of discounts (retail, supermarkets, entertainment & more)
- Online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension scheme and life assurance
- Generous holiday entitlement, with the option to buy more
- Ongoing training and career development, including apprenticeships
- A culture that promotes from within and champions your success