Commis Chef

Aramark; Warwick; On-site; GBP 1,515,000 - 2,066,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£13.05 per hour

Free park tickets to Merlin Entertain/

Job summary

Aramark UK is recruiting for a motivated Commis Chef to join our kitchen team at Warwick Castle, with shifts typically running 8.00am to 4.00pm, offering an excellent work/life balance.

This seasonal role provides hands-on experience in a professional kitchen, supporting outlets across the site and learning from experienced chefs. A gateway to progression with a strong track record of promoting from within.

Qualifications

• Basic food hygiene knowledge.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Genuine passion for food and developing culinary skills.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple outlets across Warwick Castle, including central production for site-wide dispatch.
• Assist with conferences and banqueting events: weddings, galas, lunches, private parties.
• Help with daily prep and service in the kitchen.
• Maintain high food hygiene and safety standards at all times.
• Ensure quality and consistency in dishes and portions.
• Assist with stock rotation and minimizing waste.

Skills

Basic food hygiene knowledge

Attention to detail

Passion for food

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 atWarwick 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
• Free on-site parking

About you

• 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