Commis Chef

Aramark; Emsworth; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food services company is seeking a Chef for its Emsworth location. The ideal candidate will have a culinary qualification and experience in a kitchen, preparing food for military dining facilities. This full-time position offers an annual salary of £24,307.12, along with various benefits including training, discounts, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Discounted staff meals

Training and development opportunities

Employee Benefits app

Life assurance and pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working in a kitchen.
• Certificate in food safety (or willing to obtain).
• Must have been a UK resident for the past 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams regarding food production management.
• Prepare food for military dining facilities.
• Assist with post-analysis and checklist completion.

Skills

Excellent team player

Effective communication

Education

Relevant culinary qualification

Job description

About Aramark

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is in the customer service business across food, facilities and uniforms, wherever people work, learn, recover, and play. United by a passion to serve, our more than 247,000 team members deliver experiences that enrich and nourish the lives of millions of people in 19 countries around the world every day.

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Position Overview

Aramark UK is currently recruiting a Chef to join our team working at Junior Ranks, Baker Barracks, Thorney Island, Emsworth, PO10 8DH.

You will be responsible for collaborating with the teams regarding food production management to ensure minimal wastage, maintenance of food levels, food quality and brand standards.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the teams regarding food production management to ensure minimal wastage, maintenance of food levels, food quality and brand standards.
• Prepare food for military dining facilities within the Junior Ranks and hospitality events.
• Assist with post‑analysis and ensure all shift opening and closing checklists are completed.
• Learn procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks.
• Undertake relevant training as required.

What do we offer

• This is a full‑time position, annual salary £24,307.12 for 35 hours per week. Shift pattern is working 5 out of 7 days as per the rota at 7 hours a day. Shifts range between 0630 to 1400, 1130 to 1900 and one weekend in five, which is 07:00-19:00 both days and Monday. The remainder of the week off.
• A rarity when you work within culinary/hospitality.
• Discounted staff meals, discount at the site shop, free car parking, uniform, safety shoes and training.
• Access to our Employee Benefits app which includes 100’s of discounts, including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats.
• A company package including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and many more benefits.
• Join a talented team, with fabulous career prospects that could lead to all sorts of opportunities – we LOVE to promote from within.
• Great training and development is available. We also offer apprenticeship schemes, so that your learning journey can continue.

Requirements to Apply

• Relevant culinary qualification.
• Previous experience of working in a kitchen.
• Certificate in food safety (or willing to obtain via our online e‑learning).
• Excellent team player and communicator.
• DBS and Enhanced Baseline security checks required.
• 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.
• Reliable transport due to the location of the site and limited public transport.

Apply Now

If this role appeals to you, then apply now and show us the value you bring. Job Reference 576081.

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 – [e-mail]. Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.