Chef at RAF Base — Flexible Shifts & Career Growth

Aramark; Lossiemouth; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals

Free parking

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Online GP access

Generous holidays

Benefits app

Job summary

Aramark UK at RAF Lossiemouth is seeking a professional Chef to join our catering team serving personnel at one of the RAF's busiest stations.

You will prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner, mentor junior staff, manage stock and kitchen records while upholding high food safety standards. The role offers a permanent contract with flexible hours and opportunities to develop culinary skills through training.

Qualifications

• A relevant culinary qualification (NVQ Level 1/Level 2 or equivalent).
• Confident chef who loves working as part of a team.
• Flexibility, creativity, and a passion for great food.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including fine dining for events.
• Mentor new colleagues and work as part of a talented kitchen team.
• Manage stock, place orders, and keep kitchen records up to date.

Skills

Team player

Flexibility

Creativity

Passion for great food

Education

NVQ Level 1/2 in Culinary

Job description

Location: RAF Lossiemouth, IV31 6SD
Pay rate: £17.25 per hour
Contract type: Permanent, Zero hours contract
Shift times: As and when required

Love creating great food? Ready to take your culinary career to the next level?

As a Chef at RAF Lossiemouth, you'll be part of a professional catering team serving one of the RAF's busiest operational stations. Supporting the personnel who help protect UK airspace and contribute to operations worldwide, you'll deliver high-quality food, showcase your culinary skills and enjoy a varied, rewarding role within a supportive team environment.

Why choose Aramark?

• Perks & benefits – discounted meals, free parking, life assurance, pension contributions, online GP access, generous holidays (with the option to buy more), and access to our Employee Benefits app with hundreds of discounts.
• Career growth – we love to promote from within! Plus, you’ll have access to training and apprenticeship schemes to keep your skills sharp.

What you’ll be doing:

• Preparing and cooking meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner – plus fine dining for special events.
• 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:

• 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).

Ready to make a difference and cook up a career you love?

Apply nowand show us what you can bring to the table!

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.