Relief Chefs
£18.00–£25.00 per hour | Flexible shifts | Regular work | Immediate starts One week you could be cooking at a Premier League stadium. The next, a racecourse, a festival, a boutique hotel or a corporate kitchen. No two weeks look the same. Mint People are looking for
experienced Relief Chefs of all levels
to join our growing team - with regular opportunities. We're hiring
Chefs de Partie, Sous Chefs, Head Chefs and Lead Chefs
, with rates of
£18–£25 per hour
depending on the role, venue and assignment. You tell us when you're available, and we'll offer you shifts that fit. Want five shifts one week and none the next? Regular ongoing hours? Extra chef work alongside your current job? That's exactly how Mint works. Why work with Mint People? £18–£25 per hour
, depending on role and assignment
Choose PAYE or self-employed
— whatever works for you
Regular relief shifts, plus longer-term assignments
Immediate starts
Work built around
your
availability — daytime, evenings and weekends
Huge variety of venues and events
View shifts and manage your availability from your phone
Real routes to progress into senior, higher-paid chef roles
Where you could be working Football stadiums and major sporting venues
Racecourses
Festivals and live events
Hotels and restaurants
Corporate and workplace catering
Universities and education
Private hospitality and events
Contract catering sites
What you'll be doing Your responsibilities depend on your level - from running a section as a Chef de Partie through to leading a brigade and service as a Sous, Lead or Head Chef. Typical duties include: Preparing, cooking and presenting food to a high standard
Running a section during service
Leading or supporting kitchen brigades
Delivering busy hospitality and event services
Maintaining excellent food hygiene and allergen standards
Supporting permanent teams through busy periods
Managing stock, wastage and kitchen organisation
What we're looking for We'd love to hear from experienced Chefs de Partie, Sous Chefs, Head Chefs, Lead Chefs, Event Chefs and Contract Catering Chefs. You'll need: Previous experience at the level you want to work at
Good food hygiene and allergen knowledge
The confidence to adapt quickly to new kitchens and teams
Reliability, professionalism and a calm head in a busy service
A driving licence and access to a car are helpful but not essential - many assignments are easily reached by public transport. About Mint People For over
19 years
, Mint People has provided hospitality and event staffing across the UK - from some of the country's biggest stadiums and racecourses to festivals, hotels and contract catering operations. We're not recruiting for one kitchen or one fixed rota. We're building a team of great chefs who want genuine variety throughout the year. Apply today If you're an experienced chef looking for
flexible work
, we'd love to hear from you. Earn £18–£25 per hour, choose work around your availability, and get access to some of the region's most exciting venues and events. Apply now
and our team will be in touch to talk through your experience, availability and the roles we have available. Important information:
Mint People is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. Pay rates advertised are indicative and will vary depending on the role, location, shift and level of experience required. The applicable rate of pay will be confirmed before you accept each assignment. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and may be required to provide relevant qualifications and/or compliance documentation before starting work.
Job Type - Temporary INDT3
Relief Chefs - All Levels | £18-£25 per hour in Wrexham employer: Mint People
At Mint People, we pride ourselves on being a premier employer in the luxury hospitality sector, offering our Housekeepers the chance to work in some of the UK's most prestigious 5-star hotels. With competitive pay rates, flexible working opportunities, and a strong focus on career development, we ensure that our team members thrive in an environment where excellence is celebrated. Join us to elevate your career while contributing to unforgettable guest experiences in a supportive and dynamic work culture.
