Long-term catering staff hiring

The people behind every spread.

Reliable chef and staffing support for the ongoing needs of your catering business.

Catering environment, representative service photographyVerified & trial-ready
MADE FOR THE WAY YOU WORK

Your kitchen sets the brief.

Instant Chefs supports long-term catering business staffing. Share the cuisines you serve and the ongoing roles you need to fill. This service is focused on continuing business requirements; discuss your brief with the team before selecting a plan.

Share your requirement

Where we can help

  • Long-term catering kitchen roles
  • Chefs matched to your catering cuisines
  • Ongoing food preparation requirements
  • Replacement support during your chef plan

Before we start, tell us…

  • Your usual catering menus and cuisines
  • Long-term roles and experience requirements
  • Kitchen location and working expectations
  • The salary range for each role
GET TO KNOW YOUR CHEF

A conversation. A trial. A confident choice.

  1. 1

    Tell us what you need

    Share the role, cuisine, experience and salary range. We get to know your kitchen.

  2. 2

    Meet your shortlist

    Speak directly with 2–3 suitable candidates and find the people who feel like a fit.

  3. 3

    Try before you hire

    Choose a chef for a one-day trial. Hire when satisfied, or request another candidate.

  4. 4

    We’re here for you

    Get ongoing support and free chef replacements within your chosen plan duration.

Make the trial work for you. Assess the selected chef against your regular menu and preparation needs before making your hiring decision. Payment is collected before the trial begins. Fees are non-refundable after a candidate is hired.

Verification comes first

Every chef goes through a background check, skill test and interview before joining your shortlist.

Your choice, your kitchen

Speak to suitable candidates directly and try up to five chefs before your final staff choice. Assess the skills that matter to you.

Support beyond the hire

Free chef replacements are included within your selected plan duration, alongside ongoing hiring support.

Explore hiring plans
A LITTLE CLARITY

Questions about your next hire?

01

Can I interview candidates before hiring?

Yes. We shortlist suitable chefs and arrange direct interviews with approximately 2–3 candidates. You choose which chef you would like to trial.

02

How does the chef trial work?

Your selected chef joins for a one-day trial. Hire only if you are satisfied, or request another suitable chef for a trial. You can try up to five different chefs before making your final staff choice. The service fee is collected in advance, before the trial begins.

03

What happens if my chef is not the right fit?

Speak with our team. Chef replacements are included at no additional service fee within your selected plan duration. We help you find another suitable candidate.

ANOTHER KIND OF KITCHEN?

Find the service that feels right.

Ready to build your team?

Contact Instant Chefs for your staffing requirements

Whether you need a chef, a cook or domestic staff — we are here to help.