Chef

Aramark; Beverley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Discounted meals on shift

Employee Benefits app

Job summary

Aramark UK is recruiting a Chef to join the team at Normandy Barracks, Leconfield. You will manage production and food levels to minimise wastage and support the learning of new teammates.

You must meet security vetting and DBS requirements and be a UK resident with the right to work. Benefits include discounted meals on shift, on-site parking, access to an employee benefits app, life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement, and clear opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Relevant culinary and food preparation skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food for breakfast, lunch and dinner with minimal wastage.
• Train and coach new team members on kitchen procedures and standards.
• Follow recipes, manage deliveries and stock checks, and maintain kitchen records.
• Monitor temperatures and complete daily due diligence paperwork.
• Assist with daily/weekly kitchen cleaning.

Education

NVQ Level 1/Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Reach for Remarkable

Location: Normandy Barracks, Leconfield, HU17 7LX
Pay Rate: £13.05 per hour
Contract type: Permanent, full-time, 39 hours per week, 5 days out of 7
Shift times: Early shift 0600 to 1430; Late shift 1015 to 1845

Aramark UK are currently recruiting a Chef to join our team working at Normandy Barracks.

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 and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.

Why join us?

• Discounted meals on shift, and free on-site parking.
• You will have access to our Employee Benefits app - which includes online GP access, Employee Assistance Scheme, 100's of discounts, including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats.
• We also offer a company package including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and many more benefits.
• You will also be joining a talented team, with fabulous career prospects and could lead to all sorts of opportunities - we LOVE to promote from within.
• As we are passionate about developing our people, great training is provided. We also offer apprenticeship schemes, so that your learning journey can continue.

What you'll do:

• Cooking and preparing food ready for breakfast, lunch and dinner services ensuring minimal wastage. Serving on the hotplate.
• Working collaboratively as part of a team of chefs and acting as a trainer/ coach for new team members to learn procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks.
• Following recipe cards to prepare, cook and serve a range of meals
• Assisting with deliveries and stock checks, placing food orders, and maintaining kitchen records.
• Monitoring and recording temperatures of fridges, freezers, hot cabinets, and serveries. Completing daily paperwork to cover due diligence.
• Assisting in daily and weekly kitchen deep cleans.

What we're looking for:

• Relevant culinary qualification (NVQ Level 1/Level 2 or equivalent).
• Excellent team player and communicator.
• A confident chef.
• Security checks and DBS required for this role.
• Flexibility and the ability to innovate.

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 - [e-mail].

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.

Job reference: 677058.