Chopi supplies experienced chefs and hospitality professionals for care homes, restaurants, hotels, schools, events and catering companies across the South Coast.
From kitchen assistants to head chefs, we match the right person to your business needs.
Experienced leaders ready to run your kitchen, manage teams and maintain high standards from day one.
Skilled second-in-command chefs who support service delivery and kitchen operations reliably.
Competent section chefs for hot, cold, pastry and prep stations across all kitchen environments.
Flexible cover for holidays, sickness or busy periods — available at short notice across the South Coast.
Chefs experienced in therapeutic diets, texture-modified meals and care home kitchen compliance.
Hard-working porters to keep your kitchen clean, organised and running smoothly during service.
Reliable support staff for prep, plating, stock rotation and general kitchen duties.
Front and back-of-house catering staff for events, schools, hospitals and corporate dining.
Waiters, bar staff, event helpers and front-of-house professionals for hotels, pubs and functions.
We work with a wide range of businesses across the hospitality and care sectors.
Four simple steps to get the staff you need, when you need them.
Share the role, date, time and location. Call, WhatsApp or fill in our quick request form.
We check our pool of professionals and confirm availability along with a clear, upfront price.
A suitable, experienced worker arrives on time, ready to work to your standards.
After the shift, you receive a professional invoice with no hidden fees or surprises.
We are building a reputation for reliability, quality and honest communication across the South Coast.
Our network includes chefs and staff with real kitchen and care home experience.
Last-minute sickness or a sudden busy period? We work hard to find cover quickly.
No hidden charges. You know the rate before the shift begins.
Phone, WhatsApp or email — we respond promptly and keep you updated.
Relevant documents and training can be verified before placement where required.
Based in Southampton, we understand the local hospitality and care landscape.
Clean, simple invoices sent after the shift for straightforward accounting.
Chopi is built to scale — more professionals joining means more cover options for you.
Available staff may hold relevant training and documentation suited to your environment.
Enhanced DBS
Food Safety Level 2 & 3
Allergen Awareness
COSHH
Health & Safety
Dysphagia Care
IDDSI Knowledge
Medical Diets
Oral Care
Temporary Worker Training
Relevant documents and training can be verified before placement.
Fill in the details below and we will get back to you quickly with availability and pricing.
Interested in working with Chopi? Tell us about your experience and availability.
Quick answers to common questions from clients and workers.
We aim to confirm availability within a few hours. For regular bookings, 24–48 hours notice is ideal. For emergency cover, contact us by phone or WhatsApp and we will do our best to help at short notice.
We are currently focused on Southampton, Hampshire and the South Coast. As Chopi grows, we plan to expand coverage across more of the UK.
Yes. We offer flexible bookings — single shifts, short-term cover and ongoing placements are all possible.
Yes. We supply chefs experienced in care home catering, including knowledge of therapeutic diets, texture modification and care home compliance.
Relevant documents and training can be verified before placement where required. We encourage transparency about certifications for every booking.
Fill in the "Join Our Team" form above with your details, experience and availability. We review every application and will contact you to discuss next steps.
After the shift is completed, we send a clear, professional invoice with no hidden fees. Payment terms are agreed upfront so there are no surprises.
Yes. If you are happy with a particular worker, let us know and we will prioritise sending them again for future bookings where their availability allows.
Reach out by phone, WhatsApp or email — we respond quickly.
Southampton, Hampshire
South Coast, UK