Aramark
Chef

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Company Description
At Aramark, we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at Aramark can help you reach your full potential.
Job Description
Location
Woolwich Barracks and other surrounding sites
Hours
37.5 hours per week
Working Pattern
5 days over 7
Contract
Full Time
Rate of Pay
£13.91 per hour
We are currently recruiting for a talented and passionate Chef to join our team based at Woolwich Barracks, supporting catering operations across Woolwich and other surrounding sites. This is an exciting opportunity for a chef who enjoys variety in their role, takes pride in producing high-quality food, and thrives in a fast-paced catering environment.
What's in it for you?
- Full-time position working 37.5 hours per week
- Flexible working pattern across 5 days over 7
- Company pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme and online GP access
- Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy additional leave
- Training and development opportunities
- Apprenticeship schemes to support your career progression
- Excellent career prospects within Aramark, as we love to promote from within
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
- The opportunity to work across multiple sites and broaden your experience
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What you'll be doing
- Preparing and cooking high-quality meals in line with menu specifications
- Ensuring food is prepared, cooked, and presented to the highest standards
- Supporting daily kitchen operations across Woolwich Barracks and other sites as required
- Maintaining full knowledge of menu items and allergen information
- Assisting with stock control, ordering, and stock rotation procedures
- Receiving and storing deliveries in accordance with food safety requirements
- Monitoring food quality and minimising waste
- Ensuring compliance with food safety, health and safety, and company procedures
- Supporting and working collaboratively with the wider catering team
- Maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness and organisation throughout the kitchen
Qualifications
What we're looking for
- Previous experience working as a Chef, Commis Chef, Chef de Partie, or similar role
- Passion for food and delivering excellent customer experiences
- Good knowledge of food safety, allergen management, and kitchen hygiene standards
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexible approach to working across multiple sites when required
- Relevant food hygiene qualifications are desirable
- UK residency for the past 3 years & ability to pass security vetting and DBS checks


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Additional Information
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 are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families. 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 adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [email protected]
Any offer of employment for this role will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to the clearance level associated with the role.
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