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Compliance and standards

Rigour and legality, built in

Every professional we supply is subject to eligibility and compliance verification before any assignment is confirmed.

Chef reviewing documentation

Before any assignment

What we verify

Right to work

Documentation checked and recorded for every professional before an assignment is confirmed.

Identity verification

Photo identification verified against the documents supplied.

References

Contactable references taken up and checked for relevant recent experience.

Certifications

Food safety and any role-specific certifications reviewed where applicable.

Enhanced DBS

Obtained where the assignment requires it, including care settings.

Insurance

Public liability insurance in place where applicable to the engagement.

Engagement basis

Self-employed professionals

Workers may be supplied on a self-employed contractor basis. Status is confirmed as part of onboarding, and terms are agreed in writing before an assignment begins.

This page describes our standard process. It is not legal advice, and specific arrangements are confirmed in the terms issued for each engagement.

Chefs preparing for service

If you are registering with us

What we will ask you for

You do not need these to register, but we will need them before your first assignment is confirmed.

  • Proof of your right to work in the UK
  • Photo identification
  • Two contactable references
  • Any food safety or professional certifications
  • Confirmation of self-employed status

Register as a chef

Due diligence

Need documentation for your records?

Email fakhteh.operations@crust-empire.co.uk and we will provide what your compliance team needs.

Email the team