Title:  Chef

Job Description

Aramark UK are currently recruiting a Chef in their Education sector to join our team at Smallcombe House, BA2 6EJ.  

You will play a key role in supporting the catering operation within a 30‑bed unit, providing meals to vulnerable adults. This includes assisting with the production of hot and cold food, preparing deli grab‑and‑go items, and setting up pre‑laid breakfasts, as well as serving lunch and dinner. In this position, you will deliver excellent customer service while ensuring all Health & Safety regulations are consistently followed. 

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 very lucky to have some of the best Culinary and Catering talent that the UK has to offer working within our teams. 

What's in it for you:

• Permanent position  

• 28 hours per week (no weekends except for cover) 

• £13.40 per hour   

• Free parking on site and staff meal 

• You will have access to PerkBox - which includes 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, term time only, and many more perks! 

• You will also be joining a great team, with fabulous career prospect and could lead to all sorts of opportunities – we LOVE to promote from within! 

• As we are passionate about developing our people from within, great training is provided. We also offer apprenticeship schemes, so your learning journey can continue! 

Job Responsibilities

• You will be preparing both hot and cold food 

• You will be serving on the hot counter, keeping track of any dishes running low and carrying out Food Safety at all times. 

• Placing orders and performing stock takes, alongside assisting with storing deliveries and deep cleans of the unit on a daily/weekly basis. 

• You will be operating tills and taking payments, whilst providing excellent customer service to our customers. You will also be upselling sizes and products. 

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience working in a kitchen environment is essential 

About Aramark

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