Head Chef

Aramark Ltd; Askham Bryan; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on-site

Employee discount app with GP access

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension contributions

Career prospects and promotion

Training and apprenticeship schemes

Job summary

Aramark UK is seeking a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations, ensure cost efficiency, and deliver innovative menus within budget at Askham Bryan College. The role involves managing a small team, stock control, and producing Front of House signage while upholding food safety standards.

The successful candidate will have NVQ Levels 1 & 2 in culinary skills, a Clean Enhanced DBS, and prior experience in an educational setting. Full-time role with progression opportunities and benefits.

Qualifications

• NVQ Levels 1 & 2 in culinary skills.
• Clean Enhanced DBS.
• Experience in a similar educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing a small team to provide catering services.
• Managing and ordering stock.
• Undertaking stock takes.
• Producing menu signage for Front of House.
• Managing menu cycles and food offerings.
• Ensuring all kitchen teams follow Aramark and food safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Interpersonal skills

Proactive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

NVQ Levels 1 & 2 in culinary skills

Clean Enhanced DBS

Experience in a similar educational environment

Job description

Head Chef

Company: Aramark

Salary: £30,452-30,452 per annum

Hours: Full-time

Location: York, YO23 3FR

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 18 Sept 2026

Closing date: 18 Oct 2026

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.

Reach for Remarkable

Aramark UK are currently recruiting a Head Chef to join our team working in Askham Bryan College.

You will be responsible for the kitchen operation, cost efficiency, and production of innovative quality food/menus in line with agreed budgets to improve sales.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

Why join us?

• Free parking on-site.
• You will have access to our Employee Discount app which includes online GP access, Employee Assistance Scheme, 100's of discounts, including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats.
• We also offer a company package including life assurance, generous holiday entitlement, pension contributions and many more perks.
• You will also be joining a talented team, with fabulous career prospects and opportunities for promotion.
• Great training is provided, including apprenticeship schemes to support your learning journey.

What you'll do:

• Managing a small team to provide catering services.
• Managing and ordering stock.
• Undertaking stock takes.
• Producing menu signage for Front of House.
• Managing menu cycles and food offerings.
• Ensuring all kitchen teams follow Aramark and food safety policies and procedures.

What we're looking for:

• NVQ Levels 1 & 2 in culinary skills.
• Clean Enhanced DBS.
• Experience in a similar educational environment.
• Can-do attitude with a willingness to learn. Proactive in attitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• An enhanced DBS

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 and Forces Friendly 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. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team - [e-mail].

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.

If you are applying for this role and already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager prior to submitting your application.

Job reference: 679963.