Chef

About the role

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. Reach for Remarkable Location: Vimy Barracks, Catterick, DL9 3PS Pay: £13.03/hour (£23,795.78/year) Contract type: Permanent, full-time, 35 hours/week, 5 days over 7 Shift times: 0530 – 1300 and 1100 - 1830 Are you a passionate Chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and loves creating great food? Join our talented culinary team at Vimy 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 join us? - Free onsite parking and uniform. - 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 do: No two days look the same, but you can expect to: - Prepare and cook 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. - Follow recipes, portion control, and presentation guidelines - Maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. - Supporting with kitchen deep cleans and due diligence paperwork. What we’re looking for: You’ll shine in this role if you have: - Strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques. - Understanding of food hygiene and safety standards (e.g. HACCP). - Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively. - Attention to detail and pride in food presentation. - Effective communication and teamwork skills. - Experience with high volume bulk catering desirable - Ability to pass security vetting and DBS checks (UK residency for the past 3 years required). If you’re ready to join a world-leading hospitality team and make a difference every day, apply now! 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 and Forces Friendly 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. 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. Job reference: 659679. What you’ll do: No two days look the same, but you can expect to: - Prepare and cook 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. - Follow recipes, portion control, and presentation guidelines - Maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. - Supporting with kitchen deep cleans and due diligence paperwork. What we’re looking for: You’ll shine in this role if you have: - Strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques. - Understanding of food hygiene and safety standards (e.g. HACCP). - Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively. - Attention to detail and pride in food presentation. - Effective communication and teamwork skills. - Experience with high volume bulk catering desirable - Ability to pass security vetting and DBS checks (UK residency for the past 3 years required). If you’re ready to join a world-leading hospitality team and make a difference every day, apply now! Why join us? - Free onsite parking and uniform. - 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

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