Production Chef - Fresh Food Education Site - Reading
Up to £15.40 per hour £23.10 per hour on Saturdays | £30.80 per hour on Sundays
If you're a passionate Chef who loves fresh food, thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, and still wants a genuine work-life balance, this role is going to feel like a breath of fresh air.
Join a forward-thinking Education site in Reading where everything is made from scratch - sauces, marinades, burgers, meatballs, breads, and more. You'll be part of a skilled production team creating high-quality dishes for multiple on-site restaurants.
This isn't your typical contract catering job. Innovation and sustainability are at the heart of the operation - they even run their own farm, supplying top-quality meat directly to the kitchen. It's a place where chefs can take pride in the food they produce.
What We're Looking For
Experience in a quality, fresh-food kitchen
Confidence working in a busy, high-energy environment
A strong eye for consistency and quality
Flexibility with working hours
A positive, team-focused attitude
What You'll Get
Up to £15.40 per hour
£23.10 per hour on Saturdays
£30.80 per hour on Sundays
36-hour contract (overtime paid at time and a half)
Enhanced pay before 08:00 and after 20:00
Time and a half on Saturdays, double time on Sundays
Rotational weekends
Set shifts: 07:00-15:00 or 13:00-21:00, Monday-Sunday
Full-time, stable contract
Excellent pension scheme
Real opportunities for development and progression
Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
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