Chef Supervisor

Aramark; Antrim; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Discounted meals

On-site gym

Life assurance & pension

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Aramark is recruiting a Chef Supervisor for the Sergeants' Mess at Aldergrove Flying Station. The role combines hands-on cooking with team leadership in a busy military catering environment.

You will supervise the kitchen, prepare high-quality meals, train staff, and ensure compliance with recipes, portions, and safety standards. A strong focus on customer service and operational excellence is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef, Senior Chef, or Chef Supervisor.
• Strong culinary skills and passion for high-quality food production.
• Experience leading or mentoring team members within a kitchen environment.
• Excellent understanding of food safety, allergens, and health & safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting the kitchen team during daily operations.
• Preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality meals to specification.
• Assisting with staff training, coaching, and development.
• Ensuring food is produced in line with recipes, menus, and portion controls.
• Monitoring food quality, hygiene, and presentation standards.
• Supporting stock control, ordering, deliveries, and stock rotation.
• Completing food safety records and due diligence documentation.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, allergen management, and health & safety compliance.
• Supporting the Catering Manager with the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Leading by example to deliver outstanding customer service and operational standards.

Skills

Chef leadership

Team leadership

Culinary skills

Food safety

Allergens awareness

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 Supervisor to join our team at the Sergeants' Mess, Aldergrove Flying Station, BT29 4BP. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced chef to take the next step in their career, combining hands-on food preparation with team leadership responsibilities within a busy military catering environment.

What's in it for you?

• £14.50 per hour
• 40 hours per week
• Working 5 days over 7
• Free on-site parking
• Discounted meals whilst on duty
• Catering facilities available on site
• Use of the on-site gym following successful vetting and completion of probation
• 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 with the option to buy additional leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Excellent career progression opportunities within Aramark

What you'll be doing

• Supervising and supporting the kitchen team during daily operations
• Preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality meals to specification
• Assisting with staff training, coaching, and development
• Ensuring food is produced in line with recipes, menus, and portion controls
• Monitoring food quality, hygiene, and presentation standards
• Supporting stock control, ordering, deliveries, and stock rotation
• Completing food safety records and due diligence documentation
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, allergen management, and health & safety compliance
• Supporting the Catering Manager with the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Leading by example to deliver outstanding customer service and operational standards

Qualifications

About you

• Previous experience as a Chef, Senior Chef, or Chef Supervisor
• Strong culinary skills and passion for high-quality food production
• Experience leading or mentoring team members within a kitchen environment
• Excellent understanding of food safety, allergens, and health & safety requirements
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and flexible approach to work

Additional Information

• Successful candidates will be required to obtain security vetting clearance.
• An AccessNI check must be successfully completed prior to commencing employment.i\>n
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and satisfy all site access requirements.

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.

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]

Any offer of employment for this role 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 the clearance level associated with the role.

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

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.