Title:  Head Chef

Your Aramark journey starts here

Are you currently working in the culinary world and looking for more responsibility?
Love creating meals that put a smile on peoples faces?
Looking for a flexible 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 a Head Chef to work with our integral team at Alanbrooke Barracks, YO7 3EY

Perks of the job

• £14.50 per hour
• Full time – 40 hours a week – 5 days over 7
• Shifts varying from 6am-8.30pm
• Discounted meals on shift 
• Free on site parking
• Free use of onsite gym
• 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

• Lead the culinary operation & provide support for the production team
• Direct the preparation/duties to the duty chefs, commis chefs, beverage assistants and other kitchen staff.
• Arrange on and off duties for all staff, also ensure that your team has a great work/life balance, arrange rotas and manage cover for holidays
• Ensuring strict adherence to all EHO guidelines and systems and Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that kitchen staff follow standards and regulations.
• Function work and planning, up to silver service level food
• You’ll be cooking and preparing food ready for breakfast, lunch and dinner service
• 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

• DBS and security checks to be completed
• Previous experience in a similar contract catering environment
• NVQ Level 2/3 or experience working in a busy kitchen environment
• IT skills, great technical communication, and Microsoft packages experience
• Good knowledge of food production methods, keeping up to date with new methods.
• Extensive knowledge on Allergens and the impact/awareness needed
• Impeccable leadership skills.
• To be thorough and pay attention to detail.
• The ability to monitor your own performance and that of your colleagues.
• The ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure.
• The ability to organise your time and workload.
• A driving licence and access to own transport is desirable 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.