Your Aramark journey starts here
Do you love working as part of a team in a busy environment?
Do you love making food that puts a smile on peoples faces?
Looking for a fresh new challenge where no day is the same?
Are you a confident leader and looking for a new kitchen to demonstrate your talent in?
If so, we have a job for you!
We are currently recruiting a Head Chef to work with our team at Marne Barracks, Catterick Garrison, DL10 7NP
Perks of the job
* £12.13 per hour
* Full time – 37.5 hours a week, 5 days out of 7
* Free meal on duty
* Free on site parking
* Free uniform provided
* NEST pension contribution and Life insurance
* Generous holiday entitlement which increases after 3 full years service
* 2 weeks leave in summer and at Christmas!
* Cycle to work / Refer a friend scheme
* 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
* Preparing and serving food to the highest standard
* Management of a small team of chefs and FOH staff; manage staff rotas
* Organising and supporting your team to ensure a smooth operation daily
* Producing food in line with the recipe sheets; full knowledge of all menu items served
* Organising monthly stock count and conduct appropriate brand standard audits
* Support the effective delivery of special functions or events
* Ensuring that we deliver high quality service to the mess members and other military personnel
* Management of production and food levels to ensure minimal wastage
* Placing orders and keeping records of any stock wastage
* Completing all shift opening and closing checklists and due diligence
* Act as trainer/coach for new team members to learn procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks.
* Assist in daily and weekly kitchen deep cleans
* Undertake relevant training as required
Experience
* Previous experience of working in catering and/or Mess operational role.
* Must be able to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication.
* Knowledge/qualification in Health & Safety and Food Safety.
* Good working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
* One of the following qualification’s or equivalent; BSC (Catering), MHCIM, HND, City and Guild 706/1 and 2, NVQ level 2 and 3
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.