Title:  Casual Chef

Requisition #:  502299
Location: 

Edinburgh, EDH, GB

Career Area:  Culinary
Description: 

Your Aramark journey starts here

Are you currently working as a Commis or CDP and looking for a new challenge?
Love creating meals that put a smile on peoples faces?
Looking for a casual role?
Well, we have a job for you!
We are making a work life balance achievable whilst still working in hospitality, cultivating your culinary career with a world leading organisation.
We are currently looking for Casual Chefs to work with our integral team at Redford Barracks, EH13 0PP

Perks of the job

  • Starting from £11.50 per hour
  • Casual zero hour contracts
  • Mainly Friday, Saturday and Sundays but may need to cover through the week during school holidays
  • Shifts ranging from 6am – 6pm
  • Free meals on shift
  • Free parking
  • Free uniform and safety shoes provided
  • NEST pension contribution and Life assurance
  • Generous holiday allowance which increases after 3 full years of service
  • Cycle to work / Refer a friend scheme
  • Apprenticeship schemes available to help with career progression
  • 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 cooking meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Supporting with food orders
  • Check all food is compliant with allergens
  • Loading and unloading of food stores 
  • Liasing with members of the cadet training camps.
  • Following recipe cards to prepare, cook and serve a range of meals
  • Completing daily paperwork to cover due diligence
  • Assisting with deliveries and stock checks / placing orders
  • Placing food orders and maintaining kitchen records
  • To share responsibility with the Chef manager/Catering manager for the checking, probing and signing of all food deliveries
  • To monitor and record temperatures of fridges, freezers, hot cabinets and serveries.
  • Assisting in daily and weekly kitchen deep cleans
  • Full knowledge of all menu items served
  • *At times you may be required to work around the central belt of Scotland at short term camps.

Experience

  • Relevant culinary qualification
  • Previous experience in a similar role
  • Allergen awareness
  • Excellent team player and communicator
  • A confident chef
  • BPPS required
  • Driving licence with no more than 6 points 
     

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.