At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and cook delicious meals while mentoring new team members.
- Company: Join Aramark UK, a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Benefits: Enjoy free parking, discounted meals, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for career growth and training.
- Why this job: Be part of a dedicated team supporting an important military establishment.
- Qualifications: Culinary qualification and a passion for teamwork and great food.
The predicted salary is between 13.71 - 13.71 £ per hour.
Location: Baker Barracks, Emsworth, PO10 8DH
Salary: £25,043.20 (£13.71/hour)
Contract type: Permanent, 35 hours/week, 5 days over 7 (1 weekend in 4)
Shift times: Earlies 06:30 – 14:00 or Lates 11:30 – 19:00
We’re looking for two Chefs to join our team at Baker Barracks and help create a welcoming space for our customers. If you love working with people and want a role that offers flexibility, training, and career growth, this could be the perfect fit. Supporting one of the Army's key air defence bases, you'll be part of a dedicated team where your contribution is valued and your work helps ensure the smooth running of an important military establishment.
You will be responsible for managing production and food levels to ensure minimal wastage and be supportive of new team members to support them with their learning procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks.
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.
- You must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.
Why join us?
- Free onsite parking, discounted meals on shift and staff discount in shop.
- Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, 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.
What you’ll do:
No two days look the same, but you can expect to:
- Prepare and cook meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner – plus fine dining for special events.
- Follow recipes and all policies and procedures.
- Work as part of a talented team and mentor new colleagues.
- Manage stock, place orders, and keep kitchen records up to date.
- Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
- Support with kitchen deep cleans and due diligence paperwork.
What we’re looking for:
You’ll shine in this role if you have:
- A relevant culinary qualification (NVQ Level 1/Level 2 or equivalent).
- A confident chef who loves working as part of a team.
- Flexibility, creativity, and a passion for great food.
- The ability to pass security vetting and DBS checks (UK residency for the past 3 years required).
- Own transportation due to limited public transportation.
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 – careers@aramark.co.uk. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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