At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic kitchen team and create innovative menus that wow our customers.
- Company: Join Aramark UK, a diverse and inclusive employer committed to your growth.
- Benefits: Enjoy free parking, discounted meals, and access to amazing employee perks.
- Other info: Great career development opportunities with training and apprenticeships available.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a vibrant kitchen while developing your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: NVQ Levels 1 & 2 in culinary skills and a proactive attitude.
Location: Officers Mess, Baker Barracks, Thorney Island, Emsworth, Hants, PO10 8DH
Pay rate: £14.285 per hour (£29,800 per annum)
Working pattern: Permanent, full‑time position, 40 hours per week, Mon - Fri
Shift times: 0800 - 1630
Aramark UK are currently recruiting a Head Chef to join our team working in Baker Barracks. You will be responsible for the kitchen operation, cost efficiency, and production of innovative quality food/menus in line with agreed budgets to improve sales.
To be eligible for this role, due to the sector requirements: you must have been a UK resident for the past 3 years and have legal right to work in the UK and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks. You must have reliable transport due to the location of the site and limited public transport.
What you'll do:
- Managing chefs across two kitchens on site.
- Managing and ordering stock.
- Undertaking stock takes.
- Producing menu signage for Front of House.
- Managing menu cycles and food offerings.
- Ensuring all kitchen teams follow Aramark and food safety policies and procedures.
What we're looking for:
- NVQ Levels 1 & 2 in culinary skills.
- Clean Enhanced DBS.
- Experience in a similar educational environment.
- Can do attitude with a willingness to learn.
- Proactive in attitude.
- Lived in UK for the past 3 years and have legal right to work in the UK and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.
Why join us?
- Free onsite parking, uniform, discounted meals on shift and staff discount in shop.
- Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP access, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts (including supermarket savings and weekend treats).
- Company benefits: life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday allowance (with the option to buy more).
- Career development: we love to promote from within and offer apprenticeships and training to help you grow.
If this role appeals to you, then apply now and show us the value you will bring.
About Aramark UK: At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident and Forces Friendly employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey. We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.
Head Chef in Emsworth employer: Aramark
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