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Chef

Location: Ely

Hours: Various Shifts covering 7 days a week

Hourly Rate / Salary: up to £30,000 per annum

Benefits: Staff meals, uniform provided, company pension, paid holidays, training and development opportunities, and more.

Duration: Permanent

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Chef to join a professional kitchen team at a well-established venue in Ely. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a strong eye for detail, and enjoys creating high-quality dishes. A background in a pub or restaurant kitchen is highly desirable, as it brings valuable experience in volume cooking, service timing, and working under pressure. You’ll play a key role in food preparation and service while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency in the kitchen.

Who are we?

We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Hospitality, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.

Duties will include:

* Preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes to company standards

* Ensuring food is prepared in a timely manner and in line with food hygiene regulations

* Monitoring portion control and waste to maintain cost-efficiency

* Working closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service

* Supporting menu planning and contributing ideas for new dishes

* Cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment and work areas

Key skills and attributes required:

* Previous experience as a Chef or in a similar kitchen role

* Pub or restaurant background is highly desirable

* Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety practices

* Ability to work well under pressure and meet service deadlines

* Good communication skills and a team-player attitude

* Creative approach to food and attention to presentation

* Flexible and reliable with a strong work ethic

Ready to step up your culinary career? Hit the apply button today!

If you have not received a response within 3–5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business for this Permanent vacancy