Commis Chef

Aramark; Warwick; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Merlin tickets

Benefits app with discounts

Mental health support

Progression opportunities

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Aramark UK is inviting applications for a Commis Chef at Warwick Castle. The role offers an early to mid-day shift pattern (8:00am–4:00pm) with occasional evening shifts for events, promoting a better work-life balance.

You will work across multiple outlets and support a central production unit, helping deliver quality dishes while learning from experienced chefs. We emphasise career development and internal progression, with a strong track record of promoting from within and providing benefits

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience preferred.
• Basic food hygiene knowledge.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A genuine passion for food and developing your culinary skills.
• Due to the nature of our business, you must be able to work weekends and bank holidays.
• Full UK driving licence (preferred but not essential)

Responsibilities

• Supporting multiple outlets across Warwick Castle, delivering a variety of food services.
• Assisting with busy Conferences & Banqueting operations, catering for weddings, gala dinners, business lunches, private parties, Christmas events, and Warwick Castle's popular summer concerts.
• Supporting the kitchen team with daily food preparation and service.
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards.
• Ensuring high levels of attention to detail and food quality.
• Assisting with stock rotation and helping to minimise waste.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food hygiene knowledge

Attention to detail

Passion for food

Weekend availability

Job description

Are you a passionate Commis Chef looking to develop your culinary career in a truly unique setting, without the usual late-night hospitality hours? Aramark UK is recruiting for a motivated ched to join our kitchen team at Warwick Castle, with shifts typically running between 8.00am and 4.00pm, offering an excellent work/life balance rarely found in chef roles.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional kitchen while working at one of the UK's most iconic attractions. You'll support the team in delivering high-quality dishes across a variety of operations while learning from experienced chefs and developing your skills.

We also offer excellent opportunites for career development and progression, with a strong track record of promoting from within.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting multiple outlets across Warwick Castle, delivering a variety of food services, including working from a central production unit to dispatch food across the site
• Assisting with busy Conferences & Banqueting operations, catering for weddings, gala dinners, business lunches, private parties, Christmas events, and Warwick Castle's popular summer concerts
• Supporting the kitchen team with daily food preparation and service
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards
• Ensuring high levels of attention to detail and food quality
• Assisting with stock rotation and helping to minimise waste

What we offer

• £13.05 per hour
• Full-tIme role with shifts typically between 8:00am - 4.00pm, with just occasional evening shifts for events.
• Free tickets to Merlin Entertainments theme parks and attractions
• Access to a benefits app with hundreds of discounts, online GP access, mental health support, and an Employee Assistance Programme
• A gateway to progression- we have a strong track record of developing and promoting from within
• Excellent work/life balance
• Free on-site parking

About you

• Previous kitchen experience preferred
• Basic food hygiene knowledge
• Strong attention to detail
• A genuine passion for food and developing your culinary skills
• Due to the nature of our business, you must be able to work weekends and bank holidays.
• Full UK driving licence (preffered but not essential)

As a seasonal attraction, this role is initially available until 22 December 2026.

About Aramark

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