Chefs of All Levels Required Durham & Middlesbrough Blue Arrow are currently recruiting chefs of all levels to support a variety of temporary and ongoing contracts across Durham and Middlesbrough. We work with a wide range of clients, including: Care homes Schools and education settings Contract catering Hotels Restaurants Leisure clubs and event venues Pay Rates £15.00 - £22.00 per hour, depending on chef level, experience, and client requirements. Chef Duties and Responsibilities Daily duties may include: Preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals to a high standard Working from set menus and accommodating dietary and allergen requirements Maintaining high levels of food hygiene and health and safety compliance Stock control, portion control, and waste management Supporting kitchen teams and working independently when required Ensuring kitchens are kept clean, organised, and audit-ready What We're Looking For Chefs of all levels (including Catering Chefs, CDP, Sous Chef, and Head Chef) Previous experience in a professional kitchen environment Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards Flexible, reliable, and professional approach to work Ability to adapt to different kitchen environments What We Offer Competitive hourly rates Flexible work to suit your availability A variety of clients and locations Ongoing opportunities Free DBS checks provided by Blue Arrow where required If you are a chef looking for flexible work across a range of sectors, apply today with Blue Arrow. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.