Pursue what matters Aramark UK are currently recruiting a Chef Manager to join our team working at Dale Barracks, Liverpool Road, Chester, CH2 4BD. We are offering an opportunity that gives a great work-life balance with no late nights. You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the unit, preparing meals, delegating tasks to your team, and leading your team to success. You will manage production and food levels to ensure minimal wastage and be supportive of new team members to support them with their learning procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks. Aramark UK are making a work life balance achievable whilst still working in hospitality, cultivating your culinary career with a world leading organisation. Aramark provides world-class contract catering services to our extensive list of clients across the UK, including Defence and Judicial, private industry and Education. We are lucky to have some of the best Culinary and Catering talent that the UK has to offer working within our teams. To be eligible for this role, due to the sector requirements: you must have been a UK resident for the past 3 years and have legal right to work in the UK and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks. What do we offer: This is a full-time position, £13.42 per hour, 37.5 hours per week, (shift pattern, 5 days over 7 including occasional weekends). Shifts range between 06:30 and 19:00, leaving your evenings free - a rarity when you work within hospitality. Discounted meals on shift, Uniform provided and free on-site parking. You will have access to our Employee Benefits app (Perkbox)- which includes online GP access, 100's of discounts, including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats. We also offer a company package including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and many more benefits. You will also be joining a talented team, with fabulous career prospects and could lead to all sorts of opportunities – we LOVE to promote from within. As we are passionate about developing our people from within, great training is provided. We also offer apprenticeship schemes, so that your learning journey can continue. A day in the life of a Chef Manager: Hot and cold food production for the deli grab & go and hot counter food service for both breakfast and lunchtime. You will be organising and coordinating hospitality – alongside leading the team to ensure tasks are appropriately allocated and food preparation activities are delivered using standard recipes and in line with Aramark brand standards. Accountable for stock flow and rotation of products. Placing orders and stock rotation, carrying out regular stock takes and completing the relevant back-office paperwork. Handle customer complaints as required. Direct and coach team members to learn procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks, ensuring all training and development needs are met. You will be set up for success if you have: Relevant culinary qualification (706/1 or 706/2 or equivalent) Excellent team player and communicator. A confident chef. Security checks and DBS required for this role. Flexibility and the ability to innovate. If this role appeals to you, then apply now and show us the value you will bring. Job Reference 582411. 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. 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 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 – careers@aramark.co.uk Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.