
Find the Best Chef Jobs in Cumbria & the North West?
Are you a chef looking for flexible, well-paid work that lets you focus on your passion for cooking?
AWOL Recruitment offers a refreshing approach to chef jobs, where you earn more, cook more, and live more.
Forget the stress of traditional roles—experience agency chef work that puts you in control.

Why Choose AWOL Recruitment for Chef Jobs?
1. Earn More for Every Hour You Work
Unlike salaried roles that dilute your hourly pay with excessive hours, agency chef jobs at AWOL Recruitment pay you by the hour. Say goodbye to working 60 hours a week for a salary based on 40 hours. With AWOL, you’re compensated for every single hour, ensuring you earn what you deserve.
2. Focus on Cooking, Not the Politics
Enjoy a job type where your role is clear: cook. Relief chef jobs with AWOL eliminate the hassle of management tasks, staff politics, and paperwork. When you’re on the clock, it’s all about creating high-quality meals. When you’re off, your time is your own.
3. Work When You Want, How You Want
AWOL Recruitment lets you design your work-life balance. Whether you want to take holidays over Christmas, avoid late nights, or work part-time while running your own business, the choice is yours. Shifts are planned in advance, offering you complete freedom.
4. Avoid the Pain of Freelancing
If you’ve worked as a freelance chef, you know the struggle of finding your own work and chasing unpaid invoices. With AWOL, your shifts are organized in advance, so you can focus on cooking rather than admin.
5. Experience Variety and Excitement
Say goodbye to the monotony of working in one establishment. With AWOL, you’ll work in a range of exciting locations, from luxury country house hotels to bustling city kitchens. Each shift offers something new, keeping your career fresh and rewarding.

A wide range of jobs for chefs
1. Full-Time Chefs
Looking for stability with the perks of flexibility? Full-time chef jobs with AWOL offer consistent work while still allowing you to maintain control over your schedule. Enjoy reliable hours, excellent pay, and the chance to cook in high-quality establishments without the added stress of management duties or office politics. With AWOL, full-time doesn’t mean giving up your freedom—it’s about finding a balance that works for you.
2. Temporary Chefs
Perfect for those looking for part-time or short-term opportunities, temporary chef jobs with AWOL offer temporary work without commitment.
3. Relief Chef Agency Work
Relief chef roles are ideal if you want to step into exciting kitchens without the hassle of long-term contracts. As part of our award-winning chef agency, you’ll enjoy premium placements.
4. Chef Jobs in the Lake District
Imagine working in one of the UK’s most stunning regions. Our chef jobs in the Lake District provide incredible opportunities to work in high-quality establishments while enjoying breathtaking surroundings.
5. Head Chef, Sous Chef and Chef de Partie Roles
Looking for leadership? Our relief head chef jobs and sous chef positions put you at the helm of dynamic kitchen teams. Bring your expertise to create exceptional dining experiences.
6. Agency Chef Jobs Across the Cumbria and the North West
Whether you’re seeking chef jobs in the Lake District or beyond, AWOL Recruitment connects you with prestigious opportunities throughout the North West of England.

What Makes AWOL Recruitment Different?
No Commission from Chefs:
Our fees are charged to the client, so you keep everything you earn.
Award-Winning Service:
Recognized as one of the leading chef agencies in the UK.
Supportive Team:
From job descriptions to arranging your shifts, we handle the details so you can focus on cooking.
Work-Life Balance:
Take control of your schedule and live life on your terms.

Take control of your career today.
Apply now and start your journey.
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