Chef – Military Catering: Quality Meals & Growth

Aramark; Strensall; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Discounted meals

Life assurance & pension

Employee Benefits app

Training & development

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Chef for Queen Elizabeth Barracks, Strensall, YO32 5SW. You will join a busy military catering environment, preparing meals to high standards and ensuring safety and service excellence.

The role requires flexible early/late shifts, with on-site responsibilities and a strong focus on teamwork. You will work 40 hours per week, on a 5 days over 7 pattern, with benefits including on-site parking, discounted meals, life assurance and a pension, and access to the employee benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Chef in a busy catering environment.
• Passion for food and producing high-quality meals
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Positive attitude and flexible approach to work

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality meals to specification
• Supporting breakfast, lunch, dinner, and hospitality services as required
• Ensuring food is produced in line with recipes, menus, and portion controls
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, allergen management, and kitchen cleanliness
• Assisting with stock control, stock rotation, and deliveries
• Completing food safety records and due diligence documentation
• Supporting the wider kitchen team to deliver an excellent customer experience
• Following all food safety, health & safety, and company procedures

Skills

Chef experience

Food safety

Team player

Organised

Flexible attitude

Job description

Aramark is hiring a Chef for Queen Elizabeth Barracks, Strensall, YO32 5SW. You will join a busy military catering environment, preparing meals to high standards and ensuring safety and service excellence.

The role requires flexible early/late shifts, with on-site responsibilities and a strong focus on teamwork. You will work 40 hours per week, on a 5 days over 7 pattern, with benefits including on-site parking, discounted meals, life assurance and a pension, and access to the employee benefits