Chef - Lead Kitchen Team | Great Benefits & Parking

Aramark; Ash Vale; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals on shift

Uniform provided

Free on-site parking

Employee Benefits app access

Life assurance and pension

Generous holidays

Job summary

Aramark UK is seeking a Chef at Keogh Barracks in Guildford to join a vibrant culinary team. You will prepare and serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, delivering high-quality dining with care for portion control and waste reduction. The role offers 37.5 hours weekly, with earlies and lates, and opportunities for training and advancement.

We value teamwork, flexibility, and fresh ideas. Benefits include discounted meals, uniform, on-site parking, and access to our employee benefits app.

Qualifications

• Culinary qualification (NVQ Level 1/2 or equivalent).
• A true team player with effective communication skills.
• Confident, flexible, and full of fresh ideas.
• Able to pass DBS and security vetting (UK resident for 3+ years).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve delicious meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner – with minimal waste and maximum flavour. Set 4 weekly menus so only need to be able to follow recipe card.
• Deliver silver service-level dining for special functions and hospitality events.
• Collaborate with fellow chefs and mentor new team members – sharing your skills and raising the bar.
• Support with deliveries, stock checks, food orders, and kitchen records.
• Keep everything spotless – from fridges to hot cabinets – and complete daily due diligence paperwork.
• Take part in regular deep cleans to maintain our high standards.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Flexible

Fresh ideas

Education

NVQ Level 1/2 or equivalent

Job description

Aramark UK is seeking a Chef at Keogh Barracks in Guildford to join a vibrant culinary team. You will prepare and serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, delivering high-quality dining with care for portion control and waste reduction. The role offers 37.5 hours weekly, with earlies and lates, and opportunities for training and advancement.

We value teamwork, flexibility, and fresh ideas. Benefits include discounted meals, uniform, on-site parking, and access to our employee benefits app.