STC Mobile Chef (Casual)

Aramark; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is looking for a flexible Mobile Cook/Chef to support Short-Term Camps across Scotland. You will manage camp kitchens and ensure food safety for cadet training units while enjoying competitive pay and various employee benefits. The role requires culinary qualifications, excellent communication, and a full UK driving license. Ideal for passionate culinary professionals seeking dynamic work environments.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate + supplement

Use of company vehicle

Free meals on-site

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have resided in the UK for 3+ years for security clearance.
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points) is required.
• Willingness to travel to various camp locations.

Responsibilities

• Run standalone camp kitchens for cadet training camps.
• Manage stock rotation and liaise with cadet training units.
• Ensure food safety standards and complete kitchen documentation.

Skills

Eligibility to work in the UK

Excellent communication skills

Flexible approach to hours

Education

Relevant culinary qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3)

Basic Disclosure Scotland

Tools

Company vehicle

Job description

STC Mobile Cook/Chef (REQ 613221)

Location: Redford Barracks, Colinton Road, Edinburgh, EH13 0PP
Contract Type: Zero-Hour Flexible Contract
Salary: £13.50 per hour + supplement
Working Hours: Variable shifts between 6am - 9pm, mainly weekends with potential weekday work during school holidays

Reach for Remarkable

We're hiring flexible cooks/chefs to support our Short-Term Camps (STC) across Scotland. These camps serve cadet training units and require passionate culinary professionals who thrive in dynamic environments.

A Day in the Life of a Mobile Cook/Chef

• Run standalone camp kitchens, cooking for cadet training camps (50-200 cadets)
• Load/unload food stores and manage stock rotation
• Liaise with cadet training units and STC management
• Maintain food safety standards and complete kitchen documentation
• Travel to various camp locations across Scotland

You’ll Be Set Up for Success If You Have

• Eligibility to work in the UK and have resided for 3+ years (security clearance required)
• Relevant culinary qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3)
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for food/service
• Flexible approach to hours, duties, and travel
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points)
• Basic Disclosure Scotland (funding available if needed)

What’s in It for You

• Competitive hourly rate + supplement
• Use of company vehicle during working hours
• Free meals on-site and uniform
• On-site parking and transport links
• Access to our Employee Benefits App (discounts, online GP, mental health support)
• Company pension, life assurance, Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training, development, and career progression opportunities

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

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