Chef

Aramark; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Career progression within a global *

Supportive and inclusive working env

Job summary

Aramark in Edinburgh is recruiting a Chef on a zero-hour contract to support the kitchen during peak times, annual leave, and events. You will prepare and cook fresh meals while upholding food safety and presentation standards.

The role offers flexible working opportunities, life assurance and pension, and access to employee benefits within a global organisation. Training and development are available to aid career progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Chef in a busy catering or hospitality environment.
• Passion for food and delivering excellent customer service.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• A flexible and reliable approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking fresh, high-quality meals.
• Supporting daily kitchen operations and food service delivery.
• Ensuring excellent food presentation and portion control standards.
• Maintaining food safety, allergen management, and health & safety compliance.
• Assisting with stock control, ordering, and stock rotation.
• Minimising food waste and maximising efficiency within the kitchen.
• Maintaining a clean and organised working environment.
• Supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive team culture.

Skills

Chef experience

Food safety

Under pressure

Time management

Job description

At Aramark we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at Aramark will help you reach your full potential.

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Chef to join our team in Edinburgh on a zero hour contract. This flexible role is ideal for an experienced chef looking to work as and when required, supporting the kitchen team during periods of increased demand, annual leave cover, and special events.

As a Chef, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality meals while maintaining exceptional standards of food safety, hygiene, and customer service.

What's in it for you?

• £15.03 per hour
• Zero hour contract
• Flexible working opportunities
• Work available as and when required
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts and savings
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a global organisation
• Supportive and inclusive working environment

What you'll be doing

• Preparing and cooking fresh, high-quality meals
• Supporting daily kitchen operations and food service delivery
• Ensuring excellent food presentation and portion control standards
• Maintaining food safety, allergen management, and health & safety compliance
• Assisting with stock control, ordering, and stock rotation
• Minimising food waste and maximising efficiency within the kitchen
• Maintaining a clean and organised working environment
• Supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive team culture

Qualifications

About you

• Previous experience working as a Chef in a busy catering or hospitality environment
• Passion for food and delivering excellent customer service
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• A flexible and reliable approach to work
• Relevant catering or culinary qualifications are desirable

Additional Information

• Successful candidates will be required to complete a DBS check prior to employment.
• Flexibility to work shifts as required to support business needs.

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 Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including referencesand an enhanced DBS checkin line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

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 adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

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