Chef - Defence Catering | Fast-Paced Kitchen & Growth

Aramark; Belfast City District; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Employee benefits app

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Generous holiday

Career progression opportunities

Apprenticeships and training

Job summary

Aramark UK is recruiting a Chef at Holywood Palace Barracks to join a fast-paced kitchen team. This permanent, full-time role covers 37 hours per week across 5 days out of 7, with some weekend work, and pays £13.21 per hour (£25,503.04 annualised guidance).

You will prepare and cook breakfast, lunch and dinner, maintain quality, and support colleagues while upholding hygiene and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Relevant culinary qualification (NVQ Level 2 or higher).
• Ability to cook from breakfast to dinner with consistency.
• Willingness to learn and develop in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh, tasty food for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• Deliver fine dining and silver service for events.
• Coach and support new team members with training and knowledge sharing.
• Follow recipe cards to ensure consistent standards.
• Manage stock, assist with deliveries, and complete paperwork.
• Keep kitchen clean and maintain proper temperature logs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Creativity

Flexibility

Quality-focused

Education

NVQ Level 2

Job description

Aramark UK is recruiting a Chef at Holywood Palace Barracks to join a fast-paced kitchen team. This permanent, full-time role covers 37 hours per week across 5 days out of 7, with some weekend work, and pays £13.21 per hour (£25,503.04 annualised guidance).

You will prepare and cook breakfast, lunch and dinner, maintain quality, and support colleagues while upholding hygiene and safety standards.