Title:  Chef

Requisition #:  480629
Location: 

Preston, LAN, 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?
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 a Chef to work with our integral team at Fulwood Barracks, Preston PR2 8AA

Perks of the job

  • £11.70 per hour
  • Full time – 40 hours a week – 5 days over 7
  • Shifts ranging between 6.30am – 8pm
  • Discounted meals on shift
  • Free on site parking
  • Free uniform provided
  • NEST pension contribution and Life insurance
  • 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

  • You’ll be cooking and preparing food in a small kitchen onsite, serving around 60 residents 3 meals a day.
  • Work well as part of a team of chefs, supporting one another and communicating well
  • Working on small and large events
  • 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 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
  • Management of production and food levels to ensure minimal wastage
  • Act as a trainer/ coach for new team members to learn procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks.
  • Undertake relevant training as required
     

Experience

  • Previous experience in a similar food service environment
  • Relevant culinary qualification (level 2 minimum)
  • Excellent team player and communicator
  • A confident chef
  • DBS required for this role
  • Flexibility and the ability to innovate

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.