Chef

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Uniform provided

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

Training opportunities

Career progression

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Aramark UK is seeking a Chef to join our team at Munster Barracks, Catterick Garrison. You will prepare, cook and present meals to specification in a busy military catering environment, with emphasis on high standards of hygiene and customer service.

The role offers £13.05 per hour, 35 hours per week across 5 days, with rotating early, late, and weekend shifts. On-site parking and free uniform are provided, plus training and progression opportunities within a global organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience in busy catering environments desirable.
• Passion for food and producing high-quality meals.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Positive attitude and flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality meals to specification.
• Support breakfast, lunch, dinner, and hospitality services as required.
• Ensure food is produced in line with recipes, menus, and portion controls.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, allergen management, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Assist with stock control, stock rotation, and deliveries.
• Complete food safety records and due diligence documentation.
• Support the wider kitchen team to deliver an excellent customer experience.
• Follow all food safety, health & safety, and company procedures.

Skills

Catering experience

Food safety knowledge

Team player

Time management

Flexible

Positive attitude

Education

Catering qualifications (advantageous)

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 at Munster Barracks, Catterick Garrison, DL9 3QG. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and motivated chef to work within a busy military catering environment, preparing and serving high-quality meals while maintaining exceptional food safety and customer service standards.

What's in it for you?

• £13.05 per hour
• 35 hours per week
• Working 5 days out of 7
• Rotating early, late, and weekend shifts
• Free on-site parking
• Free uniform provided
• Access to our Employee Benefits app, including online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme, discounts, supermarket savings and more
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy additional leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a global organisation
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.

What you'll be doing

• Preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality meals to specification
• Supporting breakfast, lunch, dinner, and hospitality services as required
• Ensuring food is produced in line with recipes, menus, and portion controls
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, allergen management, and kitchen cleanliness
• Assisting with stock control, stock rotation, and deliveries
• Completing food safety records and due diligence documentation
• Supporting the wider kitchen team to deliver an excellent customer experience
• Following all food safety, health & safety, and company procedures.

Qualifications

About you

• Previous experience working as a Chef in a busy catering environment is desirable
• Passion for food and producing high-quality meals
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Positive attitude and flexible approach to work
• Relevant catering qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

Additional Information

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK
• Applicants must have resided in the UK for at least 3 years
• Successful candidates will be required to pass security vetting checks prior to commencing employment

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.

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]

Any offer of employment for this role 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 the clearance level associated with the role.

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

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.