Chef

Aramark; Emsworth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Discounted meals on shift

Staff discount in shop

Employee Benefits app

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Generous holiday allowance

Career development

Job summary

Aramark UK is seeking a Chef at Baker Barracks in Emsworth to prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner, ensuring high standards and minimal waste. You will lead a small kitchen team and support training for new staff in a busy military site.

The role requires a culinary qualification, flexibility in shifts including weekends, and the ability to pass security vetting and DBS checks. Onsite parking and staff benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Culinary qualification or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work in a team and follow procedures.
• Flexible schedule including weekends.
• Willingness to undergo security vetting and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage stock, place orders, and keep records.
• Assist and mentor new team members.
• Support deep cleaning and compliance paperwork.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team player

Flexibility

Creativity

Education

NVQ Level 1/Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

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Serve Those Who Serve – Join Our Team Today!

Location: Officers Mess, Baker Barracks, Emsworth, PO10 8DH
Salary: £24,287.09 (£13.31 per hour)
Contract type: Permanent,full-time, 35 hours per week, 5 days over 7 (including some weekends)
Shift times: Earlies 06:30 – 14:00 or Lates 15:30 – 21:00

We’relooking for a Chef 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 and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.

• 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:

• Preparing and cooking meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner – plus fine dining for special events.
• Following recipes and all policies and procedures
• Working as part of a talented team and mentoring new colleagues.
• Managing stock, placing orders, and keeping kitchen records up to date.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Supporting 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.
• 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 – [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.