Your Aramark journey starts here
Are you currently working in the culinary world and looking for more responsibility?
Love creating meals that put a smile on peoples faces?
Looking for a flexible role?
Well, we have a job for you!
We are making a work life balance achievable whilst still working in hospitality, cultivating your culinary career with a world leading organisation.
We are currently looking for a Head Chef to work with our integral team at Alanbrooke Barracks, YO7 3EY
Perks of the job
* £14.50 per hour
* Full time – 40 hours a week – 5 days over 7
* Shifts varying from 6am-8.30pm
* Discounted meals on shift
* Free on site parking
* Free use of onsite gym
* Free uniform provided
* NEST pension contribution and Life insurance
* Generous holiday entitlement which increases after 3 full years service
* Cycle to work / Refer a friend scheme
* Apprenticeship schemes available to help with career progression
* A wide range of perks including MyStaffShop discounts (save money on your weekly supermarket shop!), Nest pension, Life assurance, online e-learning and much more!
What you'll be doing
* Lead the culinary operation & provide support for the production team
* Direct the preparation/duties to the duty chefs, commis chefs, beverage assistants and other kitchen staff.
* Arrange on and off duties for all staff, also ensure that your team has a great work/life balance, arrange rotas and manage cover for holidays
* Ensuring strict adherence to all EHO guidelines and systems and Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that kitchen staff follow standards and regulations.
* Function work and planning, up to silver service level food
* You’ll be cooking and preparing food ready for breakfast, lunch and dinner service
* Work well as part of a team of chefs, supporting one another and communicating well
* Following recipe cards to prepare, cook and serve a range of meals
* Completing daily paperwork to cover due diligence
* Assisting with deliveries and stock checks
* Placing food orders and maintaining kitchen records
* To share responsibility with the Chef manager/Catering manager for the checking, probing and signing of all food deliveries
* To monitor and record temperatures of fridges, freezers, hot cabinets and serveries.
* Assisting in daily and weekly kitchen deep cleans
* Full knowledge of all menu items served
* Management of production and food levels to ensure minimal wastage
* Act as a trainer/ coach for new team members to learn procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks.
* Undertake relevant training as required
Experience
* DBS and security checks to be completed
* Previous experience in a similar contract catering environment
* NVQ Level 2/3 or experience working in a busy kitchen environment
* IT skills, great technical communication, and Microsoft packages experience
* Good knowledge of food production methods, keeping up to date with new methods.
* Extensive knowledge on Allergens and the impact/awareness needed
* Impeccable leadership skills.
* To be thorough and pay attention to detail.
* The ability to monitor your own performance and that of your colleagues.
* The ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure.
* The ability to organise your time and workload.
* A driving licence and access to own transport is desirable due to the location of the site
About Aramark
Northern Europe - Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
Northern Europe - About Aramark
Aramark is a leading service and solutions provider in Northern Europe. We proudly support clients, partners and customers in food, facilities management, property services, and retail solutions. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you’re pursuing — a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work — our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Aramark Northern Europe is an equal opportunities employer.