2nd Chef

Aramark Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniform

On-site parking

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Training and development

Job summary

Aramark Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a 2nd Chef for ATC Pirbright Camp in Woking. This permanent, full-time position offers 37.5 hours per week with early and late shifts, including some weekends. You will prepare dishes to spec, control production, and maintain stock while upholding stringent hygiene standards.

A relevant culinary qualification and industrial catering experience are required. Join a dynamic Defence sector kitchen with opportunities for training, development, and career

Qualifications

• A relevant culinary qualification is required.
• Experience in industrial catering is essential.
• Ability to handle food costings and ensure budgets are met.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to perform under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes to spec with full understanding of menu and allergen requirements.
• Manage production levels, minimise waste, place orders, and maintain accurate stock records.
• Receive and store deliveries using FIFO standards.
• Champion high cleaning and hygiene standards through regular deep cleans.
• Ensure staff are trained, confident, and set up to shine in their roles.

Skills

Culinary skills

Organisational skills

Team leadership

Food cost control

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Motivate, organise, and support the wider team to deliver smooth, efficient service.

• Prepare dishes to spec with full understanding of menu and allergen requirements
• Manage production levels, minimise waste, place orders, and maintain accurate stock records
• Receive and store deliveries using FIFO standards
• Champion high cleaning and hygiene standards through regular deep cleans
• Ensure staff are trained, confident, and set up to shine in their roles

UK resident for the past 3 years

• Legal right to work in the UK
• A relevant culinary qualification
• Experience in industrial catering.
• Ability to handle food costings and ensure budgets are met.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to perform under pressure

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is in the customer service business across food, facilities and uniforms, wherever people work, learn, recover, and play. United by a passion to serve, our more than 247,000 team members deliver experiences that enrich and nourish the lives of millions of people in 19 countries around the world every day.

Location: ATC Pirbright Camp, Woking, GU24 0QQ Salary: £31,193.31 (£15.94 per hour) Working pattern: Permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours/week | 5 days over 7 (including some weekends) Shift pattern: Early shift 06:00 - 14:00, Late shift 11:30 - 19:30.

Aramark UK are on the lookout for a talented 2nd Chef to join our buzzing team at ATC Pirbright. No two days are ever the same, and if you're looking for a culinary role that brings excitement and work-life balance, you'll feel right at home here.

Why this role is special

At ATC Pirbright, you'll help lead a high performing kitchen where pace, teamwork, and creativity come together. You'll take charge of daily operations when the Head Chef is offsite, producing meals and keeping service running smoothly. Organisation, calmness under pressure, and a passion for great food are key in a high-performing kitchen where pace, teamwork, and creativity come together.

Aramark UK is proudly redefining what hospitality careers can look like - creating real balance, genuine development opportunities, and a supportive culture across Defence, Judicial, Education, and private sector clients.

Security Requirements

• Have lived in the UK for the past 3 years
• Have the legal right to work in the UK
• Be able to pass full security vetting and an enhanced DBS check

Why join us?

• Free uniform and on-site parking
• 2 weeks leave during Christmas period, and 2 weeks leave during summer period
• Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, EAP, supermarket, and retail discounts
• Life assurance, pension contributions, generous holidays (with the option to buy more!)
• Fantastic training and development, including apprenticeships
• A culture that promotes from within - real career progression awaits

What you'll do