Chef Manager

Aramark; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

35 hours per week

Weekday schedule

On-site parking

Employee benefits app

Life assurance and pension

Training & development

Career progression

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Aramark in Shoreham-by-Sea is seeking a Chef Manager to lead a busy catering operation, preparing and serving meals to high standards while managing a kitchen team.

You will manage stock control, budgets and compliance with food safety and allergens, with a Monday–Friday schedule of 35 hours per week and hours from 7:30am to 3:00pm. The role includes on-site parking and potential progression within a global organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Chef Manager, Head Chef or senior catering leadership role.
• Strong culinary and kitchen management skills.
• Experience leading teams in a catering environment.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, allergens, and health & safety legislation.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, stock levels, and operational performance.
• Passion for delivering high-quality food and service.
• Positive and proactive approach to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen and catering service.
• Preparing and serving high-quality meals in line with menu requirements.
• Leading, motivating, and developing the catering team.
• Managing stock control, ordering, deliveries, and food costs.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and allergen compliance.
• Completing due diligence records and ensuring compliance with company procedures.
• Managing budgets and reducing food wastage.
• Building positive relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Ensuring excellent customer service standards are maintained at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Operational planning

Menu development

Budgeting

Food safety knowledge

Communication

Job description

At Aramark we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We
share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We
believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions and empower
your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at
Aramark will help you reach your full potential.

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Chef Manager to join our team in Shoreham-by-
Sea, BN43 5FF. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced catering
professional to lead a busy catering operation, delivering high-quality food and
exceptional customer service while managing a dedicated team.

What's in it for you?

• £13.20 per hour
• 35 hours per week
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Working hours of 7:30am - 3:00pm
• 36 working weeks per year
• Excellent work-life balance with school holiday periods
• Free on-site parking
• Catering facilities available on site
• Access to our Employee Benefits app, including online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme, discounts, supermarket savings and more
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeship schemes available
• Career progression within a global organisation
• Supportive and inclusive working environment

What you'll be doing

• Managing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen and catering service
• Preparing and serving high-quality meals in line with menu requirements
• Leading, motivating, and developing the catering team
• Managing stock control, ordering, deliveries, and food costs
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and allergen compliance
• Completing due diligence records and ensuring compliance with company procedures
• Managing budgets and reducing food wastage
• Building positive relationships with customers and stakeholders
• Ensuring excellent customer service standards are maintained at all times

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Chef Manager, Head Chef, or senior catering leadership role
• Strong culinary and kitchen management skills
• Experience managing teams within a catering environment
• Sound knowledge of food safety, allergens, and health & safety legislation
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to manage budgets, stock levels, and operational performance
• Passion for delivering high-quality food and service
• Positive and proactive approach to leadership

Additional Information

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 are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including referencesand an enhanced DBS checkin line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

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 adjustments 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.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.