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.
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Location: Elizabeth Barracks, JRDF, Pirbright, Surrey, GU24 0QQSalary: £26,963 per annum / £13.78 per hourHours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (5 days over 7, including alternate weekends)Shifts: Early (06:00–14:00) and Late (12:00–20:00)
We’re currently seeking a passionate and skilled Chef to join our team at Elizabeth Barracks in Pirbright. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your culinary career within a global leader in hospitality and catering services.
As a Chef, you’ll play a key role in food preparation and production, ensuring high standards and minimal waste. You’ll also support and mentor new team members, helping them learn kitchen procedures and standards.
Why Join Us:
At Aramark UK, we’re redefining work-life balance in hospitality. We offer:
- Discounted meals during shifts and free on-site parking.
- Access to our Employee Benefits app – our employee benefits app with online GP services and hundreds of discounts.
- Life assurance, pension contributions, and generous holiday entitlement (with the option to buy more).
- Career development opportunities – we love to promote from within!
- Training and apprenticeships to support your growth.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.
- Deliver silver service-level catering for functions and hospitality events.
- Follow recipe cards and maintain food safety standards.
- Assist with stock checks, food orders, and kitchen records.
- Monitor and record temperatures of kitchen equipment.
- Participate in daily and weekly deep cleaning routines.
- Support and coach new team members.
What We're Looking For:
- Relevant culinary qualifications (706/1 or 706/2 or equivalent)
- A confident team player with strong communication skills.
- Flexible and innovative approach to work.
- Ability to pass security vetting and DBS checks.
- Must have been a UK resident for the past 3 years and have the legal right to work in the UK.
Ready to Apply?
If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and show us the value you’ll bring to our team.
Job Reference: 609600.
All applications are treated with the strictest confidence.
If you’re an existing Aramark employee, please inform your line manager before applying.
About Aramark UK
We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and offer support throughout the recruitment process.
Need adjustments or have questions? Contact our recruitment team at careers@aramark.co.uk.
Join us and help build a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.
- Deliver silver service-level catering for functions and hospitality events.
- Follow recipe cards and maintain food safety standards.
- Assist with stock checks, food orders, and kitchen records.
- Monitor and record temperatures of kitchen equipment.
- Participate in daily and weekly deep cleaning routines.
- Support and coach new team members.
What We're Looking For:
- Relevant culinary qualifications (706/1 or 706/2 or equivalent)
- A confident team player with strong communication skills.
- Flexible and innovative approach to work.
- Ability to pass security vetting and DBS checks.
- Must have been a UK resident for the past 3 years and have the legal right to work in the UK.
At Aramark UK, we’re redefining work-life balance in hospitality. We offer:
- Discounted meals during shifts and free on-site parking.
- Access to our Employee Benefits app – our employee benefits app with online GP services and hundreds of discounts.
- Life assurance, pension contributions, and generous holiday entitlement (with the option to buy more).
- Career development opportunities – we love to promote from within!
- Training and apprenticeships to support your growth.