A Chef For All Seasons

A Chef For All Seasons

Ray Brizell, head of Bristol-based “Chef for All Seasons”, has created a Top Team of internationally-renowned Chefs to provide the very best in food preparation to a range of organisations from event management caterers to gastro pubs across the UK.

Ray explains, “People expect the very best quality food at low prices and there are very few kitchens that can provide both. For this reason I created Chef for All Seasons, a flexible 24/7 service that offers some of the UK’s top chefs on short term contracts, at affordable fixed rates. My Top Team are able to create from high volume, fast turnaround dishes to sumptuous Rosette banquets.”

Ray adds, “I don’t give kitchens false hope. If my team are working and not available for a short term contract, I’ll say so. Chef for All Seasons is a personal service. We really do care about our clients and our food and we do understand that when our Top Team is called in, it’s often because there’s a problem in the kitchen or when the current Chefs are over-stretched or out of their depth. In many ways we could be seen as the fifth emergency service!”

The Top Team at Chef for All Seasons includes internationally renowned Head Chefs like James Martin and Noel Price, Simon Jessup and ex Paris. Youngest Head Chef Philippe Descaillaux. The Team is complimented by a host of top quality Sous Chefs and Line Cooks, each professional at their trade and offering the same high level of food creation.

Chef for All Seasons’ Top Team


Simon Jessup
Age 34
“Punches above his weight”
Cannot be phased - Calm, thorough and professional Portfolio – 13 years Army catering including Royal Household, a la carte and state banquets. Henley Regatta, Cheltenham Festival.

James Martin
Age 48
“The Professor”
Rosette background - Extensive knowledge, ex-lecturer and a real food guru Portfolio – Aintree, Wimbledon, Royal Ascot, Millenium Stadium, Paris Air Show.

Philippe Descaillaux
Age 42
“Paris’ Youngest Head Chef (1990)”
Classically trained - Steady and calm, complimenting a raw talent Portfolio – Armorique Paris, Sydney Opera House, Hotel Bel Air Los Angeles, Old Spot, Glass Boat.

Noel Price
Age 33
“Gold Medal Winner”
Passionate and food driven - Three times International Gold Seal Dinner Award winner Gold Medal Irish Culinary Olympic Team trained Portfolio – Royal Kitchen, John Lamb Soo Young, Brian Partridge and Brian Carsley


Ray’s Top Team is complimented by a host of top quality Sous Chefs and Line Cooks each professional at their trade. With such a strong line-up it is unsurprising that many aspiring chefs and cooks are applying to work with Chef for All Seasons. With the promise of a broad variety of contracts, some of the best rates in the industry and the opportunity to work under such well established names, experienced Sous Chefs and Line Cooks are invited to call Ray on 07886 218159 for more information and to apply to join the team.

And of course, if you are seeking the very best quality chefs for your kitchen, Ray is waiting for your call. Clients seeking more information are invited to call Ray on 07886 218159.

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Event Caterers say…

"A good reliable and personal service providing good quality chefs at competitive rates." - Geoff Thomas, Head Chef, Fosters Event Catering

"We would like to thank your team of Chefs for the recent work with us and for their help and efficiency; we look forward to working with you again soon." - Robert Banks, Managing Director, Banks Catering Ltd.

"John Ginster Catering Limited has utilised the services of A Chef for All Seasons Agency and is very happy with the staff provided. All personnel are enthusiastic, conscientious and above all a credit to their employer. We highly recommend this Agency and wish them every success." - John Ginster, John Ginster Catering Ltd.

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Gastro Pubs and Hotels say…

"Friendly honest service - would recommend to anybody." - Heather Wade, White Hart, Weston & Gordano.

"Facing a busy tourist season in Orkney, and unable to recruit a chef I contacted Ray at Chef for All Seasons following a recommendation from our sister establishment in Devon, Hazelwood House. Ray was able to find a very good chef at short notice and our season is now going wonderfully. It was my first agency experience and Ray was very helpful so many thanks." - James Bryan, Woodwick House, Orkney, Scotland.

"When we took over at Rangeworthy Court we faced the nightmare situation of losing the resident Chef within our first week of trading! Chef for all seasons came to our assistance by providing a 1st class temporary replacement, - so good in fact that we eventually employed 'Tom' on a permanent basis, - much to the delight of our residents and casual diners alike. Many thanks Ray" - Geoff Younger & Dawn England, Rangeworthy Court Hotel.

"Your company proved to be an outstanding asset to the hotel, in the way they managed the kitchen, restaurant staff and the standard of food was exemplary”Rob Scolding, Oliver Cromwell Hotel and Conference Centre, Cambridge.

"Everyone that Chef for all Seasons has sent to us has been reliable, very efficient and superb value for money." - Derek and Lyn, Fox & Goose, Barrow Gurney.

"A Chef For All Seasons provides a reliable, value for money service with a friendly, can do attitude. Ray is a fantastic rep that really goes that extra mile and is always available at the end of the phone. A real superstar." - Kate and Lewis, Badminton Arms, Coal Pit Heath.

"We were very impressed with your service and professionalism, and extremely pleased with the first class chefs you sent us. Thank you, and we look forward to dealing with you in the future." - Pete Rollinson, Saracens Head Symonds Yat East, Hereford.

A Chef For All Seasons

Chefs available across the UK

A Chef For All Seasons will endeavour to find you a chef that meets the needs of your business. We charge a day rate of £15.00 or £65.00 for a 5 day week or more. The chef invoices you directly and is responsible for their own PAYE and NI contributions. All our chefs are highly experienced with an extensive knowledge of the catering industry.

The Chef for All Seasons team work together on major events like the Cheltenham Gold Cup and various other locations around the UK, including this summer, the prestigious Nottingham Open Professional Tennis Tournament. They are a formidable team, learning from each other and constantly adapting to each other’s skills. Please contact us with any questions or queries on 07886 218159 and ask for Ray, or email us at info@chefforallseasons.co.uk.

Ray Brizell
A Chef for All Seasons

 

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