Temp Head Chef | Leisure Centre | Oxford | 19.61ph

4 days ago

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Chefs for Chefs Ltd Full time

Location: Oxford | Pay: £19.61 per hour | Contract: Temporary | Setting: Busy Leisure Centre

22nd and 23rd December

Lead Kitchen Operations in a Dynamic Leisure Centre Environment – Temp Head Chef Job Oxford

Are you experienced, enthusiastic, and ready to inspire a kitchen team in a fast-paced leisure setting? We have a fantastic opportunity for a talented Temp Head Chef to take charge at our Oxford leisure center. If you thrive in lively, high-volume environments and love bringing quality food to a busy crowd, we want to hear from you

What's on Offer for a Temporary Head Chef in Oxford

  • Competitive pay at £19.61 per hour

  • Flexible, temporary contract – ideal for chefs seeking variety and new experiences

  • Daytime hours and straight shifts for improved work-life balance

  • Choice of weekly pay

  • Supportive and friendly multi-disciplinary team

  • On-site parking and modern kitchen facilities

Temporary Head Chef Responsibilities – Kitchen Management & Quality Food Delivery

  • Lead and motivate the kitchen team to deliver high-quality meals to the centre's wide range of guests, from gym-goers to families

  • Oversee menu production, prep, and service – ensuring variety and consistency at all times

  • Maintain strong kitchen hygiene and uphold all food safety practices in line with current regulations

  • Order kitchen stock as needed and keep tight control of waste and costings

  • Train, guide, and supervise junior kitchen staff as required

  • Adapt menus for dietary requirements and regularly review customer feedback to improve the food offering

  • Work closely with the management and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth day-to-day running

What We're Looking For – Skills and Qualities For Chef Positions in Oxford

  • Previous experience as a Head Chef, Senior Sous, or strong Sous Chef in a busy, high-volume kitchen

  • Comfortable working in leisure, contract catering, or multi-outlet environments

  • Strong leadership, team motivation, and communication skills

  • Passion for delivering fresh, tasty, and nutritious food to a broad customer base

  • Organized, reliable, and able to thrive under pressure

  • Food hygiene and allergen management qualifications (level2 or above preferred)

  • A flexible approach – able to hit the ground running and adapt to changing needs

Why Join as a Temp Head Chef at Our Oxford Leisure Centre?

  • Great opportunity to further develop kitchen management skills in an established, supportive team

  • Flexible working to suit your schedule and career goals

  • The chance to make a positive impact with food on the local community

  • Open to applicants from all backgrounds and experiences – we value diversity and encourage applications from everyone passionate about food

If you're ready to lead in a buzzing kitchen while enjoying the flexibility of temporary work, don't miss this Temp Head Chef opportunity in Oxford. Apply now and be part of our vibrant, people-first leisure centre team

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