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Mark CJUK ChefWhen I was younger I helped out in our family business doing some farming, building work and other bits and bobs. They wanted to move up to Scotland but I wanted to stay local so I got a KP job in a local hotel in Whitby. I ended up liking it and staying for 2 or 3 years there working my way up to Sous Chef. I then went over to Harrogate as a commis Chef where I met my friend Nick and followed his footsteps working down in London to learn and build my experience.

I love the variety of hospitality, I had a predominantly Hotel background but now I can move around and try different places from schools, hotels, pubs and private dining. My favourite job is the one I’m in now, working through CJUK in private housing. It is so different to the rest of the industry, there is less pressure but I feel much more appreciated, it’s a nice job for me.

As an interim Chef, once you are finishing the contracts they thank you for your help and it’s nice to be appreciated, not all places are like that. Also, I like not feeling guilty for booking time off, whether it’s for an event, holiday or just to relax, I don’t have to fight for it or make excuses.

I had my own metal detector when I was a kid and loved finding treasure but going into cheffing, I never had the time to carry it on. Working with CJUK has allowed me to pick this hobby back up, I’ve now joined a club and we go on walks, regularly finding pieces of history and it’s great!

In three words, I work with CJUK because of the Flexibility, Variety & Enjoyment I have in my work.”

A few words from the team:

“A brilliant representation of a CJUK Chef. We love hearing comments from sites saying how nice his food is, how friendly he is and how he keeps the kitchen absolutely spotless! Thank you for all your hard work Mark.”

If you would like to find out more about joining the CJUK Brigade, please call us on 01254 355666 or send us your details below and we’ll be in touch!

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CJUK

2 weeks ago

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Interested in trying out the relief chef lifestyle but worried about finding regular work?Don’t worry, that’s where CJUK comes in.Let’s start with a chat 📲📲 01254 355 666📧 info@cjuk.co.uk ... See MoreSee Less

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Being a relief chef can be a unique adventure depending on your personal circumstances and goals 😀 🛣️It can open doors to new experiences, flavours, and connections as well as giving you the freedom to have more control over your lifestyle and schedule. Does that appeal to you? ... See MoreSee Less

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What are your goals for your career?Accepting regular relief chef placements can be a fantastic stepping stone to the next stage of your professional journey.For example, if you’re dreaming of:🦐 Opening your own restaurant🍽️ Becoming a private chefThen, working as a relief chef for a while can accelerate your professional growth by exposing you to lots of new environments, people, and opportunities to develop.Interested to learn more? Check out our website 🧑‍🍳 www.chefsjobsuk.com ... See MoreSee Less

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Staying in one job for too long can sometimes leave you in a creative rut. So, when you become a relief chef it allows you to mix things up, embrace new challenges, and get out of your comfort zone.Does that sound like something you’re up for? Speak to us 👇📲 01254 355 666📧 info@cjuk.co.uk ... See MoreSee Less

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Would you say you have a good work-life balance as a chef?Our chefs often find they have a better balance by working in a series of temporary roles.It allows them to set their own schedule and block out extended breaks to travel, spend time with loved ones, or recharge their batteries 🔋 ... See MoreSee Less

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