A FOOD delivery service with a twist set to open this month could prove to be the perfect second job for keen chefs.

order-up.uk, a Basingstoke-based food delivery service, is calling for those with a passion for cooking and a home kitchen to join the service.

Those who sign up can start selling food to businesses and residential customers throughout Basingstoke immediately via the ordering system which is open from 8.30am to 10 pm seven days a week.

Sean Lawrence, operations director of order-up.uk, said: “Order Up has been designed to be really easy for our chefs to start their own business without any prior knowledge or experience.

"We plan on helping all chef’s that need support with food hygiene, financial accounts, menu creation, packaging supplies and even where to purchase ingredients at the most affordable prices.

"Ultimately, there are zero to minimum set up costs for chefs.”

On how delivery works, Mr Lawrence added: “We add a chef’s menu to our website and mobile apps and give access to hungry locals during opening hours.

"Once we receive an order, our dispatch team notify the chef of the order via our chef admin mobile app and send them a collection time.

"At the stated collection a time a friendly Order Up rider will arrive at their home to collect the order and will deliver directly to the customer.

"All our riders use heated equipment, ensuring food remains hot and in excellent condition.”

For more information, go to order-up.uk.