Chef Manager

TN United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Chef Manager, where you will lead culinary operations and manage a dedicated team. This full-time role offers a unique work-life balance, allowing you to thrive in hospitality while enjoying evenings free. With a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including training and career advancement opportunities, this position is ideal for culinary professionals eager to make a difference. If you possess strong leadership skills and a passion for food production, this is your chance to shine in a supportive environment that values your contributions.

Benefits

Discounted meals on shift

Free on-site parking

Employee Rewards app

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Training and apprenticeship schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in contract catering environment is essential.
• Ability to manage a small team and oversee kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee catering operations and manage staff effectively.
• Ensure compliance with EHO guidelines and manage food production.

Skills

Culinary Operations Management

Food Production Methods

Leadership Skills

IT Skills

Knowledge of Allergens

Education

NVQ Level 2/3

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Aramark UK are currently recruiting a Chef Manager to join our team at Fulwood Juniors, Preston PR2 8AA.

The Chef Manager will oversee all aspects of catering operations within the Officers and Junior Messes. This role involves managing a small team of staff, ensuring all menus are following the desired specs and maintaining high-quality standards. You will be responsible for daily operational oversight, staff management and delivering an outstanding client experience. This is a hands on chef position.

Aramark UK are making a work life balance achievable whilst still working in hospitality, cultivating your culinary career with a world leading organisation. Aramark provides world-class contract catering services to our extensive list of clients across the UK, including Defence and Judicial, private industry and Education. We are lucky to have some of the best Culinary and Catering talent that the UK has to offer working within our teams.

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.

What do we offer:

• This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, (shift pattern, 5 days over 7 including weekends). An 8-hour shift pattern with shifts ranging between 06:00 and 20:00, leaving your evenings free - a rarity when you work within hospitality. Occasional later working is required for functions.
• We are offering a salary of £13.34/hour.
• Discounted meals on shift, and free on-site parking.
• You will have access to our Employee Rewards app - which includes 100's of discounts, including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats.
• We also offer a company package including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and many more benefits.
• You will also be joining a talented team, with fabulous career prospects and could lead to all sorts of opportunities – we LOVE to promote from within.
• As we are passionate about developing our people from within, great training is provided. We also offer apprenticeship schemes, so that your learning journey can continue.

A day in the life of a Chef Manager:

• Lead the culinary operation & provide support for 2 catered locations.
• Arrange on and off duties for a small contingent of staff ensuring your team has a great work/life balance and arrange rotas and manage cover for holidays.
• Ensuring strict adherence to all EHO guidelines and systems and monitor production practices.
• Occasional function work and planning.
• Cooking and preparing food ready for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service.
• Completing daily paperwork to cover due diligence.
• Assisting with deliveries and stock checks.
• Completing and delegating kitchen and front of house tasks to ensure legal compliance.
• Management of production and food levels to ensure minimal wastage.

You will be set up for success if you have:

• Previous experience in a similar contract catering environment.
• NVQ Level 2/3 or experience working in a busy kitchen environment.
• IT skills, great technical communication, and Microsoft packages experience.
• Good knowledge of food production methods, keeping up to date with new methods.
• Extensive knowledge on Allergens and the impact/awareness needed.
• Impeccable leadership skills.

The ability to be thorough, paying attention to detail and organising your time and workload effectively.

If this role appeals to you, then apply now and show us the value you will bring.

Job Reference 571564.

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.

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 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 – [emailprotected] .

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