Chef Manager

Aramark; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract catering company in Shoreham-by-Sea is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee kitchen operations and lead a team. This full-time position includes meal preparation, team delegation, and managing stock flow. Ideal candidates should have experience in catering management or as a head chef, along with strong leadership and communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, training opportunities, and access to wellness resources. Join a workplace that values diversity and continuous growth.

Benefits

Salary of £18,245.40

Full training and development opportunities

Generous annual leave

Defined contribution pension scheme

Employee benefits platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunities to try culinary genius

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS required.
• Proven experience in catering management or as a head chef.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day to day running of the unit and prepare meals.
• Delegate tasks to your team and lead them to success.
• Organize and coordinate hospitality.
• Accountable for stock flow and rotation of products.

Skills

Strong leadership and communication skills

Financial acumen for managing budgets and cost control

Knowledge of food safety standards and allergen management

IT skills for reporting and administration

Education

Relevant catering or hospitality qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description

Aramark UK are currently recruiting a Chef Manager to join our team working at Shoreham Airport, 10 Cecil Pashley Way, Shoreham-By-Sea, BN43 5FF.

You will be responsible for overseeing the day to day running of the unit, preparing meals, delegating tasks to your team and leading your team to success.

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 very lucky to have some of the best Culinary and Catering talent that the UK has to offer working within our teams.

What we offer :

• This is a full-time position, 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday. Shifts range between 7.30am – 3.00pm, leaving your evenings and weekends free - a rarity when you work within culinary.
• We are offering a salary of £18,245.40, Term time only – 36 weeks
• Full training and development opportunities
• Generous annual leave that increases in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra days
• Defined contribution pension scheme and life assurance benefits
• Access to our employee benefits platform offering discounts at hundreds of retail and leisure providers, as well as our Well-being Hub. This hub provides on-demand, free access to a variety of resources, including guided meditations, workout videos, sleep aids, virtual GP appointments, and financial and mortgage advice
• Employee Assistance Programme and in-house Mental Health Champions
• FOOD! Opportunities to attend in-house events and try the culinary genius of our teams (we are a food business after all!)

A day in the life of a Chef Manager :

• Complete all kitchen & catering operations including menu planning, food preparation
• Serve customers on counter including coffee and till
• Complete all required cleaning and complete required paper work
• You will be organising and coordinating hospitality – alongside leading the team to ensure tasks are appropriately allocated and food preparation activities are delivered using standard recipes and in line with Aramark brand standards
• Accountable for stock flow and rotation of products
• Placing orders and stock rotation, carrying out regular stock takes and completing the relevant back office paperwork.
• Handle customer complaints as required
• Direct and coach team members to learn procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks, ensuring all training and development needs are met

You will be set up for success if you have :

• Enhanced DBS required
• Proven experience in catering management or as a head chef
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Financial acumen for managing budgets and cost control
• Knowledge of food safety standards and allergen management
• IT skills for reporting and administration
• Relevant catering or hospitality qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

Job Reference 622199

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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 – [e-mail]

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