How quickly can you get a chef to our site?

In many cases, we can have a chef on site the same day, especially across Liverpool, Manchester, Chester, North Wales and the Lake District. We operate 7 days a week and aim to respond to urgent requests within 12 hours.

What experience do your chefs have?

All our relief chefs have at least two years’ experience in professional kitchens. Many have worked in hotels, gastro pubs, event venues and rosette-level restaurants. We hand-match chefs to suit your kitchen’s style and service level.

Is there a minimum booking length?

No. We offer total flexibility. Whether you need cover for a single shift, a weekend, or a longer-term contract, we’ll build the placement around your needs. There are no long-term commitments.

Are your chefs insured and compliant with regulations?

Yes. Every chef we place is fully insured, food hygiene certified, and has passed our vetting process, including ID checks and professional references. We take compliance, safety and conduct seriously.

Temporary Chef Hire - 5 Star Chefs

DBS Checked Chefs

5 Star Food Hygiene

Short Notice Cover

Available 7 Days

Fully Insured

Trusted by Leading Brands Across the UK

RELIABLE, PROFESSIONAL, EXPERIENCED

Temporary Chef Cover When you Need It Most

Whether it’s a last-minute sickness, a busy period or staff shortages, our chefs are ready to step in and deliver. From one shift to long-term placements, we provide skilled chefs across all levels to-support your kitchen, maintain standards and keep your business running.

We work with hotels, restaurant, care homes, schools and more across Liverpool, the North West and North Wales.

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PROCESS

How Does It Work?

Tell us your requirements

Call or complete our quick enquiry form

We match the perfect chef

We find the right chef for your kitchen and needs

Confirm availability

We confirm the details and chef availability

Chef arrives ready for work

Your chef arrives ready to hit the ground running

SERVICES

Chef Hire Services

We provide highly skilled private chefs across Liverpool, North Wales, the Lake District, Manchester and Chester, for short-term or ongoing placements. Whether you need emergency holiday cover, extra support for a VIP event, or a long-term private chef placement, we can help.

Temporary replacements to maintain quality and consistency during busy periods, and emergency cover when you need it most.

Whether it’s a private event, a restaurant kitchen left short, or a five-star hotel, our private chefs can deliver support when you need it most.

Our team of chefs are DBS-checked, vetted, and experienced and ready to step into your kitchen with professionalism and care.

Our DBS-checked chefs will handle the meal service with compassion and precision, so your team is free to focus on taking care of the homes’ residents.

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WHY CHOOSE US

Why Businesses Across Liverpool Choose Us

We’re more than just a chef agency. We’re a local partner you can rely on, delivering skilled chefs and exceptional service when it matters most.

Local Chefs

We're based in the North West with a strong network of talented chefs across Liverpool and Merseyside.

Fast Response

Need a chef quickly? Our local team can often supply an experienced professional within hours.

DBS Checked

All our chefs are DBS checked for your peace of mind, ideal for schools, care homes and sensitive environments.

Highly Experienced

Our chefs have years of experience across Michelin-star restaurants, hotels, events and more.

Available 7 Days

Day or night, weekday or weekend, our team is available 7 days a week to support your kitchen.

Fair, Transparent Pricing

Competitive rates with no hidden fees. We believe in clear, upfront pricing you can trust.

We can often arrange experienced chefs at short notice across the North West.

CHEF TYPES AVAILABLE

Professional Chefs for Every Kitchen

We supply experienced chefs across all levels and specialities, tailored to your kitchen, menu and service needs.

Head Chef

Experienced leaders to run your kitchen with skill and creativity.

Sous Chef

Reliable right-hand chefs to support your kitchen operations.

Chef de Partie

Skilled section chefs across all areas of the kitchen.

Breakfast Chef

Specialist in breakfast service to start the day off right.

Pastry Chef

Creative pastry chefs for dessert, patisserie and bakery.

Commis Chef

Hard-working and enthusiastic support where you need it.

SUPPORTING EVERY TYPE OF KITCHEN

Industries We Support

From independent restaurants to large hotels and high-profile events, we provide experienced chefs who understand your environment, adapt to your team, and deliver consistently high standards every time.

Reliable chef cover for hotels of all sizes, from boutique stays to large hospitality groups

Keep your kitchen running smoothly with skilled chefs who hit the ground running and deliver results

Compassionate, experienced chefs who understand the unique needs of care home residents

Professional catering for cast and crew, on location or in studio, anytime, anywhere.

From working lunches to boardroom events, we provide chefs who represent your business

Weddings, parties and special occasions - our chefs make your event exceptional.

HERE WHEN YOU NEED US

Common Reasons Businesses Call Us

Every kitchen faces challenges. We’re here to provide experienced chefs exactly when and where you need them most.

Unexpected absences can throw everything of balance. We provide qualified chefs at short notice.

Keep you kitchen smoothly while your team enjoys their well-earned time off.

From weekends to seasonal peaks, we provide extra kitchen support when demand is at it’s highest.

Struggling to fill a role permanently? We bridge the gap with reliable, experienced chefs.

Launching a new restaurant, hotel or venue? We’ll help you build the right kitchen team from day one.

Weddings, private parties or corporate functions – we supply skilled chefs to make your event a success.

We can often arrange experienced chefs at short notice across the North West.

OUR PROUD ACHIEVEMENTS

Featured Project

5 Star Chefs Secured The BBC Eurovision Catering Contract

We were honoured to be chosen by the BBC to supply chefs for the Eurovision Song Contest Liverpool 2023. Our team delivered exceptional catering for the production crew, artists, and guests, showcasing the best of the local talent on an international stage.

LIVERPOOL EUROVISION 2023
BBC PRODUCTION CONTRACT
INTERNATIONAL LIVE EVENT
LOCAL CHEF RECRUITMENT

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Professional Chefs Supplied

1500+

Meals Served Across the Event

7 Days

Of live Production Catering

250+

Crew Artists and Guests Catered For

24/7

Support Throughout the Event

LOCATIONS

Our Regional Hubs

Nationwide coverage, local expertise. Staff deployed from our regional hubs.

Liverpool

5 Star Chefs is a trusted Chef Agency in Liverpool, providing dependable emergency and temp chefs for restaurants, hotels, pubs, and events across Merseyside.

Manchester

5 Star Chefs are the leading chef recruitment agency in Manchester. We specialise in providing reliable, experienced emergency and temporary chefs to restaurants, hotels, pubs, and private events throughout the region.

Chester

5 Star Chefs is a trusted chef recruitment agency in Chester, connecting hospitality venues with reliable, highly skilled chefs at short notice.

North Wales

We are the leading chef agency in North Wales, providing reliable, short-notice and long-term kitchen cover for hospitality venues across the region.

TESTIMONIALS

What Our Clients Say

We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional food and service. Don’t just take our word for it – see what our clients have to say.

    
 
 
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   Libby Cashman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. the buffet i got from this company was outstanding, everybody enjoyed very happy
  
 
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   kim murray 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing food amazing service will be returning again
  
 
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   John Murray 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a great service and amazing food catered for my nans funeral everyone was blown away with the food would highly recommend to anyone and great prices
  
 
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   Nicky McNevin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommended company for chefs for quick cover, very friendly and great service. I have been using this company for a year and they have always been there for every need. All the chefs they have sent to us, have been friendly, hardworking and have fitted in perfectly with my own team of chefs. Nothing is too much trouble, Colin is professional, loyal, helpful and always on the other end of the phone to solve any staffing issues we have within our kitchen.
If you need chef cover i highly recommend 5*
Thanks to Colin and his team.
Nicky (catering manager Merseyside Fire & Rescue)
  
 
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   GARY BOND 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Have used these guys many times. Always on the ball and have been a god send for clients.
  
 
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   Kenno 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I used this service for a private function , couldn't be happier with the service , very professional and food was excellent . i would definitely use this service again and would highly recommend .
  
 
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   Ian Kennedy 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brilliant service all round . Used for a private function . Would use again . Highly recommend.

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