Head Chef — Lead Kitchen, Cost Control & Growth Prospects

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on-site

Uniform and safety shoes

Perkbox Employee Benefits app

Online GP access

Discounts on weekly shop

Job summary

Aramark Ltd in Surrey is seeking a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations at JRDF, ATC Pirbright, Surrey, GU24 0QQ. You will oversee cost efficiency, production of innovative menus, and quality presentation within agreed budgets to drive sales.

The role requires NVQ Levels 1 & 2 in culinary skills, a Clean Enhanced DBS, and experience in similar educational environments. It is a full-time position at 37.5 hours per week, with shifts 5 days over 7 and a £30,192 annual salary.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Train and lead kitchen staff to use standard food production methods and ensure quality in final presentation.
• Identify training needs and deliver training on new procedures, methods, or equipment.
• Maintain staff records including training, shift checklists and performance data.
• Develop innovative, cost-efficient solutions and maintain client rapport.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff training

Quality control

Multi-tasking

Computer literacy

Education

NVQ Level 1/2 in culinary skills

Job description

Aramark Ltd in Surrey is seeking a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations at JRDF, ATC Pirbright, Surrey, GU24 0QQ. You will oversee cost efficiency, production of innovative menus, and quality presentation within agreed budgets to drive sales.

The role requires NVQ Levels 1 & 2 in culinary skills, a Clean Enhanced DBS, and experience in similar educational environments. It is a full-time position at 37.5 hours per week, with shifts 5 days over 7 and a £30,192 annual salary.