As any professional in the hospitality industry knows, recruiting and retaining talented chefs is one of the biggest ongoing challenges. Kitchens thrive on skill and teamwork, but finding chefs who tick all those boxes, especially at short notice, isn’t easy.

That’s where Bookachef comes in. We’re proud to be the go-to temporary chef recruitment service across the North West of England, North Wales, and The Midlands, helping hospitality businesses keep their kitchens running smoothly, whatever the challenge.

Why choose Bookachef for your hospitality recruitment?

We understand you may already work with another supplier, but here’s what sets us apart from the competition.

Transparent, fixed pricing

We do things differently. Unlike most recruiters, we don’t charge a percentage mark-up on a chef’s wage or employer payroll costs. Instead, we charge a simple £30 per shift agency fee, regardless of the chef’s rate or shift length.

That means:

You know exactly what you’re paying.

Our margin is fixed so our only incentive is to place the best chef for your business, not the cheapest one.

You’ll never be left wondering how much of your rate goes into recruiter commissions.

Transparency, fairness, and quality, that’s our promise.

Instant access to skilled chefs

Our network includes thousands of experienced, highly rated chefs across your region. Because we focus on local matches, you can reduce accommodation costs and fill shifts quickly with chefs who already understand the local dining scene. You can search and book directly through our Bookachef web portal, giving you total flexibility to find the right chef, at the right time, for your kitchen.

Industry expertise you can trust

Bookachef was founded and is managed by hospitality professionals with over 50 years of combined industry experience.

We’ve lived and breathed the pressures of busy kitchens, last-minute staff changes, and service at full tilt. That insider knowledge means we understand your challenges, and we work tirelessly to deliver chefs who can hit the ground running.

Total flexibility 

Need cover for a weekend? Or just one shift to get through a busy service? No problem.

With Bookachef, you can book as many or as few shifts as you like as there’s no minimum booking requirement. That means you stay in control of your staffing costs and can scale up or down based on your business needs.

Rated and reviewed by you 

Chefs are rated by our clients, giving you confidence that you’re working with professionals who come recommended by other trusted businesses in your area.

Specialist chef recruiters

Our account managers, focus solely on temporary chef recruitment. That’s all we do, and we do it exceptionally well.

Recruiting, vetting, and retaining the best chefs is a full-time job, and our team dedicates 100% of their time and expertise to finding the perfect match for your kitchen. No compromise, just top-quality chef placements when you need them most.

Ready to book your next chef?

When you need reliable, skilled chefs, Bookachef makes it simple. Whether you’re covering holidays, busy events, or unexpected absences, our team is here to help you find the right fit, right away.

Sign up or log in today to our web portal and discover how easy it is to fill shifts fast, manage bookings, and connect with trusted chefs who can keep your kitchen running smoothly, whenever you need them.