Private Boarding School Chef

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

Benefits offered by this job

On-site meals

Free parking

Transport links

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aramark UK at Uppingham School in Rutland is seeking an experienced Chef to lead a small boarding-house kitchen, cooking breakfast, lunch and dinner for around 75–80 students. You will manage daily operations, stock control, and a small team, while upholding high hygiene and food-safety standards.

The role offers term-time options with structured hours, on-site meals, free parking, good transport links and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of daily kitchen operations in your assigned boarding house
• Prepare and serve high-quality meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Assist in leading and supporting a small kitchen team, promoting a positive and efficient working environment
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, quality, and presentation
• Manage ordering, stock control, deliveries, and kitchen administration
• Ensure compliance with food safety legislation and follow daily/weekly cleaning routines
• Work as part of a 7-day rota, including some weekends

Job description

Hours: Full-time, 41.5 hours per week, 5 days over 7 (including weekends) Lead with passion. Cook with purpose. Enjoy a better work-life balance.

Aramark UK is recruiting a dedicated and experienced Chef to join our team at Uppingham School, one of the UK's top independent schools located in the beautiful countryside of Rutland. Based in one of the school’s 15 boarding houses, you’ll take the lead in a small kitchen, preparing high-quality, nutritious meals for approximately 75-80 students. This role offers the perfect mix of autonomy, stability, and career growth within a well-established and supportive environment.

What you’ll be doing:

• Take full ownership of daily kitchen operations in your assigned boarding house
• Prepare and serve high-quality meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Assist in leading and supporting a small kitchen team, promoting a positive and efficient working environment
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, quality, and presentation
• Manage ordering, stock control, deliveries, and kitchen administration
• Ensure compliance with food safety legislation and follow daily/weekly cleaning routines
• Work as part of a 7-day rota, including some weekends

Competitive salary: £29,672.50 per annum (FTE), with final salary discussed at interview

Work-life balance: Term-time only / term-time plus contract with structured hours

Free perks: On-site meals during shifts, free parking, and great local transport links

Employee savings: Access to our Employee Benefits Platform - 100s of retail, grocery, and lifestyle discounts

Great benefits: Life assurance, pension contributions, increasing holiday allowance, and the option to buy additional leave

Career progression: We promote from within and offer structured pathways for advancement

Training & development: Access to tailored training programmes, professional development, and apprenticeships