Chef Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Swindon - Full-time | Permanent | Live‑in Accommodation Available Role Overview This role plays a key part in delivering high‑quality, nutritious meals that support busy and active days. The successful candidate will join a well‑established and supportive catering team, working closely with the Head Chef to maintain consistently high standards of food service. The Chef will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals for large numbers, without the pressure of menu design or sourcing ingredients independently. With minimal late nights, most weeks offering either a Friday or Saturday evening off, and limited working over the Christmas period, this role offers an excellent work-life balance. On‑site accommodation is available, making this an ideal opportunity for those looking to relocate or reduce commuting time. Key Responsibilities Preparing and cooking nutritious, high‑quality meals to a consistently high standard Supporting the day‑to‑day operation of the kitchen Managing stock control, ordering, and cost awareness Ensuring full compliance with food safety, hygiene, allergen, and dietary requirements Supporting, coaching, and mentoring junior kitchen team members Maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment Person Specification The successful candidate will: Have experience as a Chef or caterer, ideally within a high‑volume kitchen environment Demonstrate strong knowledge of food safety, allergen management, and dietary requirements Be well organised, reliable, and able to remain calm under pressure Take a positive, professional, and team‑focused approach at all times Desirable Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety in Catering Previous experience supporting or mentoring junior staff What's on Offer Salary of £28,000 - £32,000 per annum, dependent on experience Live‑in accommodation available (subject to terms) 20 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with an additional day off for their birthday Minimal late nights and a strong emphasis on work-life balance Paid volunteering days and the option to purchase additional annual leave Ongoing training, mentoring, and clear career development pathways Access to wellbeing and employee assistance programmes Pension contributions and financial wellbeing support Additional staff benefits and discounts If you are Interested in this role? Please contact Giles for further information on 01635 34949 Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.