The Relief Chefs UK blog

Notes from
the pass.

Guides for kitchens and chefs: staffing, food safety, right to work, menus and running a busy service.

17 March 2026

Hospitality Staff Agency London Finding and Vetting Top Talent

Staring at another empty spot on the rota? You’re not the only one. Finding a good hospitality staff agency in London is no longer…

16 March 2026

Hiring hospitality staff: A proven playbook for hotels, restaurants, and pubs

Let's be honest: running a hospitality venue in the UK feels like you're constantly fighting fires. You’re stretched thin dealing with last-minute call-outs, a…

15 March 2026

Temporary Agency Chef: temporary agency chef for your kitchen

It’s a scenario every hospitality manager knows all too well: a key chef phones in sick on a bank holiday weekend, or a sudden…

14 March 2026

Your Guide to Working at Events as a UK Chef

Working at events isn't just a different job; it’s a completely different way of cooking. You leave behind the predictability of a single kitchen…

13 March 2026

Your Guide to Finding Work in Hospitality in the UK

To really understand what it means to work in hospitality, you have to forget the old picture of just restaurants and hotels. The industry…

12 March 2026

How Much Do Chefs Make in the UK 2026 Salary Guide

Trying to answer "how much do chefs make?" is a bit like asking "how long is a piece of string?". It all comes down…

11 March 2026

7 Best Agencies for Temporary Work in Hospitality for 2026

The kitchen porter has called in sick, a sous chef has handed in their notice mid-service, or the summer season has brought an unexpected…

10 March 2026

Top 7 Resources for Chef Jobs Swindon Wiltshire in 2026

Searching for top-tier chef jobs in Swindon Wiltshire can feel like an endless scroll through generic job boards. Whether you're a Head Chef seeking…

9 March 2026

Recruitment for events: 2026 Staffing Guide for Seamless Hospitality

Finding the right people for your event isn't just about hiring bodies at the last minute. That’s a recipe for disaster. Proper recruitment for…

8 March 2026

Job Description of a Catering Assistant: Duties, Skills & Salary 2026

A well-written job description of a catering assistant is your only real tool for finding reliable support for your kitchen. In today's hospitality scene,…