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. Hospitality excellence is brought to life by our people every day. We embrace our responsibility to our people, our communities, and our planet. While the services we provide, and the industries we serve, are extensive, we never waver from our people-first approach.
 

Aramark UK are currently recruiting a Chef Manager to join our team working at Woodsmith Mine.

You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the unit, preparing meals, delegating tasks to your team, and leading your team to success. You will manage production and food levels to ensure minimal wastage and be supportive of new team members to support them with their learning procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks.

Aramark UK are making a work life balance achievable whilst still working in hospitality, cultivating your culinary career with a world leading organisation. Aramark provides world-class contract catering services to our extensive list of clients across the UK, including Defence and Judicial, private industry and Education. We are lucky to have some of the best Culinary and Catering talent that the UK has to offer working within our teams. 
To be eligible for this role, you must have been a UK resident and have the legal right to work in the UK. Drug and alcohol testing is a key part of working on our site and are completed daily

Why join us?

• Discounted meals on shift, and free on-site parking.
• You will have access to our Employee Benefits app - which includes online GP access, Employee Assistance Scheme,100's of discounts, including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats.
• We also offer a company package including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and many more benefits.
• You will also be joining a talented team, with fabulous career prospects and could lead to all sorts of opportunities – we LOVE to promote from within.
• As we are passionate about developing our people, great training is provided. We also offer apprenticeship schemes, so that your learning journey can continue.

What you'll do:

• Hot and cold food production for the deli grab & go and hot counter food service for both breakfast and lunchtime.
• You will be organising and coordinating hospitality – alongside leading the team to ensure tasks are appropriately allocated and food preparation activities are delivered using standard recipes and in line with Aramark brand standards
• Accountable for stock flow and rotation of products
• Placing orders and stock rotation, carrying out regular stock takes and completing the relevant back-office paperwork.
• Handle customer complaints as required
• Direct and coach team members to learn procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks, ensuring all training and development needs are met.

• Relevant culinary qualification (NVQ Level 1/Level 2 or equivalent).
• Excellent team player and communicator.
• A confident chef.
• Flexibility and the ability to innovate.

Contract type: Permanent, full-time. 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 (includes some
weekends)

Shift times: 0900 and 1730, but some flexibility needed to meet business needs

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.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment 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 that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

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]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.