Title:  Chef

Requisition #:  445701
Location: 

Thirsk, NYK, GB, YO7 3EY

Career Area:  Culinary
Description: 

Job Description

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 flexible role with no late evenings?
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 Alanbrooke Barracks, YO7 3EY

Job Responsibilities

  • £14.04 per hour
  • Full time – 37.5 hours a week – 5 days over 7 
  • Shifts ranging between 6am – 8.30pm
  • Discounted meals on shift 
  • Free on site parking
  • Use of gym onsite
  • Free uniform provided
  • NEST pension contribution and Life insurance 
  • Generous holiday entitlement which increases after 3 full years 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 ready for breakfast, lunch and dinner service
  • Function work, up to silver service level food to be provided
  • Work well as part of a team of chefs, supporting one another and communicating well
  • 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 (Contract catering)
  • Relevant culinary qualification
  • Excellent team player and communicator
  • A confident chef
  • Security checks & DBS required for this role
  • Flexibility and the ability to innovate
  • Driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous due to the location of the site 
     

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.