Reach for Remarkable
Chef – Marne Barracks, Catterick, DL10 7NP
Are you a passionate Chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and loves creating great food? Join our talented culinary team at Marne Barracks, where you’ll work with quality ingredients, supportive colleagues, and enjoy a work–life balance rarely seen in hospitality.
At Aramark, we’re proud to cultivate culinary careers. With us, you’ll grow your skills, feel valued, and be part of a world leading organisation delivering exceptional catering services across Defence, Judicial, Education, and private sectors.
Why you’ll love this role
* Permanent, full-time, 35 hours per week – shift pattern across 5 days out of 7 (Mon – Fri, including weekends and functions)
* Work-life balance in hospitality – shifts between 06:00 and 19:00, so your evenings are yours!
* £22,900.92 per year
* Free onsite parking and discounted meals on shift
* Access to our Employee Benefits app – online GP, Employee Assistance Programme, supermarket savings, leisure discounts and more
* Life assurance, pension contributions, and generous holiday, with the option to buy extra days
* Amazing career progression opportunities – we love to promote from within
* Apprenticeships and great training to help you keep developing your culinary craft
What you’ll be doing
No two days look the same, but you can expect to:
* Preparing and cooking meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner – plus fine dining for special events.
* Working as part of a talented team and mentoring new colleagues.
* Managing stock, placing orders, and keeping kitchen records up to date.
* Maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
* Supporting with kitchen deep cleans and due diligence paperwork.
What sets you up for success
You’ll shine in this role if you have:
* A relevant culinary qualification (706/1 or 706/2 or equivalent).
* A confident chef who loves working as part of a team.
* Flexibility, creativity, and a passion for great food.
* Ability to pass security vetting and DBS checks (UK residency for the past 3 years required).
Ready to bring your skills to a team that truly values you? Apply now and show us the difference you can make.
Job Reference: 629397.
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If you're already part of Aramark, please let your line manager know before applying.