Job Description
At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?
We are looking for a Chef to join our team at the Wensleydale Creamery Visitor Centre!
Location: Hawes, Yorkshire Dales
Shifts: 5 days per week, 8:30am – 5:00pm including alternate weekends
Annual Salary: £28,000
ABOUT SAPUTO
As well as our local Wensleydale, the Saputo Dairy UK brands include Cathedral City cheese, butters and spreads such as Clover, Country Life, Vitalite and Utterly Butterly and other dairy ingredients.
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
You will be working in our award-winning visitor experience Calvert’s Restaurant & 1897 Coffee Shop in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales.
We attract a vast range of visitors all year round and are continuing to grow from strength to strength.
We pride ourselves on using locally sourced fresh seasonal produce and our ethos is to provide outstanding quality food whilst showcasing our award-winning cheeses, which represent our amazing brand and exceed our customers’ expectations.
This is very much a 'hands on' role working with our wonderful kitchen team in a great environment with the latest technology, helping to produce outstanding quality food, whilst ensuring our extremely busy kitchen maintains high standards of cleaning and is compliant with all relevant legislation.
This is an ideal opportunity for a passionate and dedicated chef or experienced professional cook at senior Commis or Chef de Partie level. There is also the opportunity for further career progression if desired.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS OPPORTUNTY
- No split shifts or nights, every other weekend off, Christmas, Boxing Day & New Years Day off
- Working with delicious local produce, and freshly making every dish
- Fantastic opportunity for creativity, innovation, and progression
- A modern professional kitchen with the latest equipment
- Working with an amazing team, in an environment where everyone is passionate about our brand
YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY…
- Supporting the completion of the daily prep list
- Preparing all menu items / dishes in a timely manner to a very high standard
- Supporting the development of standard recipes, methods and costings as required
- Working in conjunction with the management team to benchmark local trends and take an innovative approach to new menu development
- Maintaining good relationships with customers, the team, and suppliers
- Ensuring all quality standards are maintained throughout service
- Adhering to strict portion control, in line with standard recipes
- Monitoring and logging relevant information in relation to HACCP
- Ensuring compliance with company procedures and legislative requirements including allergens
- Ensuring agreed stock levels are maintained throughout service
- Supporting the kitchen Manager with compiling orders to ensure minimum stock levels are maintained
- Checking delivery of orders for quality and legislative requirements
- Supporting the kitchen team in other duties as required
- Ensuring the kitchens are kept to the highest standard of cleanliness
YOU’RE BEST SUITED TO THIS ROLE IF YOU…
- Have an NVQ level 2 or similar job experience
- Have at least two years’ experience in a similar environment
- Show attention to detail
- Have good verbal and written communication skills
- Have a positive can-do attitude and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrate professionalism, passion, and care
- Build and maintain effective relationships
- Are able to manage conflict and deliver under pressure
- Act decisively and work on your own initiative
- Demonstrate resilience and flexibility
- Think systematically
- Contribute your own views and listen to the views of others
WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH…
- Working 5 days per week out of 7 with every other weekend off
- An inclusive working environment
- Opportunities for progression
- Employer pension contributions
- Health cash plan
- Access to the Thrive wellbeing app 24-hours a day
- Discounted SDUK branded products
- Free, onsite parking
- 25 holidays + 8 bank holidays
- One paid workday a year to volunteer for a local community or charitable institutions of your choice
- My Staff Shop - access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings - providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION AT SAPUTO
We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.
To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.
This role has been assessed and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV’s supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.
#SDUK2026
In the UK, Saputo is a producer of leading British food brands and value-added ingredients. We manufacture a range of cheeses, dairy spreads, and dairy-free products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands including Cathedral City, Clover, Country Life, Frylight and Wensleydale.
Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success.
You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.