Title:  Chef de Partie

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Chef de Partie – Cook with Purpose. Serve with Pride.

Aramark UK is recruiting a passionate Chef de Partie to join our skilled culinary team at HMS Caledonia, Rosyth (KY11 2XH) — a prestigious Naval base and the home of Naval Command for Scotland and Northern Ireland.

This is a rare opportunity to work in a unique, high‑profile Defence environment, delivering nutritious, high‑quality meals to over 250 Navy personnel, including Officers, Senior Rates and Junior Rates — as well as supporting the Band of the Royal Marines.

The Role

As Chef de Partie, you’ll play a key role in food production across both the Junior Rates Mess and Officers Mess, preparing breakfast, lunch and dinner while maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency and presentation.

Working closely with the Sous Chef and wider kitchen team, you’ll help ensure smooth service, minimal wastage and full compliance with Aramark brand and food safety standards — all in a fast‑paced, professional environment where your skills truly matter.

Why Join Aramark?

At Aramark, we believe you can build a successful culinary career without sacrificing work–life balance. We’re a global leader in contract catering, operating across Defence, Justice, Education and commercial sectors, and we’re proud to develop and promote talent from within.

You’ll be supported, trained and given real opportunities to grow — whether that’s stepping up in Defence catering or exploring wider opportunities across our business.

What We Offer

• Permanent, full‑time role – 37.5 hours per week
• 4‑week rotating rota, including weekends
• Shift times between 06:00 and 20:30
• £12.76 per hour
• Access to our Employee Benefits App, including:
• Online GP access
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Hundreds of discounts on shopping, food and leisure
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more
• Excellent career progression opportunities — we LOVE to promote from within
• Ongoing training, development and apprenticeship opportunities

A Day in the Life

• Supporting food production across military dining and hospitality services
• Preparing high‑volume, nutritious meals to exacting standards
• Working collaboratively to control food levels and reduce waste
• Assisting the Sous Chef with kitchen checks, analysis and documentation
• Completing opening and closing checklists accurately
• Learning and following procedures across all kitchen sections
• Completing required training to support your development

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Relevant culinary qualification
• Experience cooking high‑volume meals in catering or retail environments
• Food Safety certification
• Strong communication skills and a positive, team‑focused attitude
• Proficient spoken English
• Ability to maintain records and complete kitchen documentation
• Ability to pass DBS and full security vetting

Eligibility requirement:
Due to sector requirements, you must have resided in the UK for the past 3 years, have the legal right to work, and be able to pass all security and DBS checks.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re looking for a Chef de Partie role with structure, purpose and progression, this could be the opportunity for you.

Apply now and show us the value you bring.

Job Reference: 632803

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Internal candidates must notify their line manager prior to applying.

About Aramark UK

At Aramark UK, we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a Forces Friendly organisation, holding the prestigious ERS Gold Award.

We ensure our recruitment process is fully accessible and offer reasonable adjustments at every stage. If you need support, contact: careers@aramark.co.uk