Line Cook

TN United Kingdom; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Line Cooks to join a vibrant kitchen team at a popular theme park. This role offers an exciting opportunity to prepare high-quality food for guests while working in a fast-paced environment. You will collaborate with fellow chefs to ensure exceptional food production and presentation. With a seasonal contract until November 2025, you will enjoy a competitive hourly rate and numerous perks, including a Merlin Magic Pass for free access to entertainment sites. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace committed to your growth and success in the culinary field.

Benefits

Merlin Magic Pass

Online staff shopping scheme

Career development opportunities

In-house training and progression

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site staff parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a kitchen role, preferably as a Line Cook or similar.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining food quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food for guests while ensuring high standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.

Skills

Line Cooking

Food Preparation

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Experience as a Line Cook or similar role

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

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Aramark UK are seeking skilled and passionate Line Cooks to join our friendly team at Thorpe Park!

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and growing kitchen team based at one of the UK's most popular theme parks.

We are looking for Line Cooks who can work efficiently under pressure, maintain a clean and organised kitchen, and prepare high-quality food according to recipes and standards. You will be supporting the team with producing and presenting food across the site. Your main focus will be to cater for our hotel guests in one of our main park restaurants.

Job responsibilities include:

• Preparing and cooking food for our guests
• Prepare ingredients, sauces, and other dishes as needed
• Work collaboratively with the other Chefs and Line Cooks regarding food production management to ensure minimal wastage
• Maintain a clean and organised work station and kitchen environment
• Work collaboratively with the other Chefs and Line Cooks regarding the maintenance of food levels, food quality and standards
• Ensure all shift opening and closing checklists are completed
• Learn procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks and undertake relevant kitchen training as required
• Having full knowledge of all menu items served

The ingredients for success:

• Proven experience as a Line Cook, Commis Chef, Chef de Partie, or similar kitchen role
• Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and equipment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment
• Strong attention to detail and food presentation skills
• Excellent time-management and multitasking abilities
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency in food preparation
• Team player with good communication skills
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Driven to learn and develop as a chef

What's in it for you?

You will be working on a seasonal contract until November 2025. The hourly rate for this role is £15.00.

• You will be entitled to a Merlin Magic Pass after an initial qualifying period, giving you and your friends and family free tickets across the Merlin Entertainments sites
• Save hundreds of £'s with our online staff shopping scheme
• You will have development opportunities to allow you to grow your career with Aramark, where we have over 400 locations across the UK
• We are also committed to in-house training and progression and love to promote from within
• Employee Assistance Programme with access to an in-house Mental Health Champion
• Free on-site staff parking

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.

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.