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Aramark; Ash Vale; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals on shift

Uniform provided

Free on-site parking

Employee Benefits app access

Life assurance and pension

Generous holidays

Job summary

Aramark UK is seeking a Chef at Keogh Barracks in Guildford to join a vibrant culinary team. You will prepare and serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, delivering high-quality dining with care for portion control and waste reduction. The role offers 37.5 hours weekly, with earlies and lates, and opportunities for training and advancement.

We value teamwork, flexibility, and fresh ideas. Benefits include discounted meals, uniform, on-site parking, and access to our employee benefits app.

Qualifications

• Culinary qualification (NVQ Level 1/2 or equivalent).
• A true team player with effective communication skills.
• Confident, flexible, and full of fresh ideas.
• Able to pass DBS and security vetting (UK resident for 3+ years).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve delicious meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner – with minimal waste and maximum flavour. Set 4 weekly menus so only need to be able to follow recipe card.
• Deliver silver service-level dining for special functions and hospitality events.
• Collaborate with fellow chefs and mentor new team members – sharing your skills and raising the bar.
• Support with deliveries, stock checks, food orders, and kitchen records.
• Keep everything spotless – from fridges to hot cabinets – and complete daily due diligence paperwork.
• Take part in regular deep cleans to maintain our high standards.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Flexible

Fresh ideas

Education

NVQ Level 1/2 or equivalent

Job description

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

Chef – Bring Your Passion to the Plate!

Location: Keogh Barracks, Guildford, GU12 5RQPay: £14.19 per hourHours: Permanent, full-time, 37.5 per week (5 days over 7, occasional weekends)Shifts: Earlies and Lates

Ready to spice up your career?

We’re on the lookout for a talented Chefto join our vibrant culinary team at Keogh Barracks. If you’re passionate about food, thrive in a team environment, and want to work with a world-class organisation that values your time and talent – we’d love to hear from you.

• Discounted meals on shift, uniform provided, and free on-site secure parking.
• Access to our Employee Benefits app – including online GP, supermarket savings, and wellbeing support.
• Life assurance, pension, and generous holidays (with the option to buy more).
• Career development, training, and apprenticeships.
• Internal promotion opportunities – we love to grow our own!

What you’ll be cooking up:

• Prepare and serve delicious meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner – with minimal waste and maximum flavour. Set 4 weekly menus so only need to be able to follow recipe card.
• Deliver silver service-level dining for special functions and hospitality events.
• Collaborate with fellow chefs and mentor new team members – sharing your skills and raising the bar.
• Support with deliveries, stock checks, food orders, and kitchen records.
• Keep everything spotless – from fridges to hot cabinets – and complete daily due diligence paperwork.
• Take part in regular deep cleans to maintain our high standards.

What we’re looking for:

• Culinary qualification (NVQ Level 1/2 or equivalent)
• A true team player with effective communication skills
• Confident, flexible, and full of fresh ideas
• Able to pass DBS and security vetting (UK resident for 3+ years)

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, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail].

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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

Job reference: 655571.

What you’ll be cooking up:

• Prepare and serve delicious meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner – with minimal waste and maximum flavour. Set 4 weekly menus so only need to be able to follow recipe card.
• Deliver silver service-level dining for special functions and hospitality events.
• Collaborate with fellow chefs and mentor new team members – sharing your skills and raising the bar.
• Support with deliveries, stock checks, food orders, and kitchen records.
• Keep everything spotless – from fridges to hot cabinets – and complete daily due diligence paperwork.
• Take part in regular deep cleans to maintain our high standards.

What we’re looking for:

• Culinary qualification (NVQ Level 1/2 or equivalent)
• A true team player with effective communication skills
• Confident, flexible, and full of fresh ideas
• Able to pass DBS and security vetting (UK resident for 3+ years)

• Discounted meals on shift, uniform provided, and free on-site secure parking.
• Access to our Employee Benefits app – including online GP, supermarket savings, and wellbeing support.
• Life assurance, pension, and generous holidays (with the option to buy more).
• Career development, training, and apprenticeships.
• Internal promotion opportunities – we love to grow our own!