Head Chef
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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?
Fancy a Monday – Friday with very occasional weekends?
If so, we have a job for you!
We are currently recruiting a Head Chef to work with our team at Alamein Mess, Catterick Garrison DL9 3QG
What's in it for you
- £25,000 annual salary
- Full time – 40 hours a week, Monday – Friday but some occasional weekend work will be required due to functions
- Catering facilities on site
- Free on site parking
- 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
- 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
- You’ll be preparing and serving food to the highest standard
- Supporting your team to ensure a smooth operation daily
- Producing food in line with the recipe sheets
- Full knowledge of all menu items served
- Helping with functions, hospitality and 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
- Assisting in the completion of all shift opening and closing checklists
- Act as a 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
- In addition to the above, Chefs may occasionally be required to undertake ad hoc back of house and front of house duties in line with business requirements.
Experience
- Food hygiene certificate level 2 or willing to work towards it on our e-learning platform
- Relevant culinary qualification
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Good level of spoken English
- Security clearance and a DBS check is required
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 http://www.aramarkcareers.com
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Aramark Northern Europe is an equal opportunities employer.