Relief Chef

At Aramark we empower our people to create experiences that matter.

We share a passion for hospitality; it’s at the foundation of everything we do. Hospitality excellence is brought to life by our people every day. We embrace our responsibility to our people, our communities, and our planet. While the services we provide, and the industries we serve, are extensive, we never waver from our people-first approach.

Aramark UK are currently recruiting a Relief Chef Supervisor to join our team covering sites from Birmingham, Bicester and Milton Keynes. Ideally you will be Midlands based and willing to travel, as there will be some overnight stays.

The successful candidate will be working in prison kitchens and will work alongside prisoners to support them in the production and cooking of food for up to 2000 prisoners. The Relief Chef will be responsible for preparing basic quality foods within a set pre-ordered menu. You will be collaborating with a team of Chefs; you will be motivational and have a positive outlook and excellent attention to detail.

Aramark UK are making a work life balance achievable whilst still working in hospitality, cultivating your culinary career with a world leading organisation. Aramark provides world-class contract catering services to our extensive list of clients across the UK, including Defence and Judicial, private industry and Education. We are lucky to have some of the best Culinary and Catering talent that the UK has to offer working within our teams.

You must have resided in the UK for the past 5 years and have legal right to work and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks to be eligible for this role.

You MUST be flexible and have your own reliable transportation with business insurance.

What we offer:

• Full time position, £17.00 per hour, 35 hours per week, 5 days over 7 (no late evenings).
• Travel time as well as mileage paid.
• Incentive bonus of one full week pay after 6 months (to be paid back if you leave within 12 months)
• This is a full-time permanent role, no rota system as it is to cover holiday and sickness and varying sites.
• Free parking, free meals on duty and uniform provided.
• You will have access to our Employee Benefits app- which includes online GP access, Employee Assistance Scheme, 100's of discounts, including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats.
• We also offer a company package including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and many more benefits.
• You will also be joining a talented team, with fabulous career prospect and could lead to all sorts of opportunities - we LOVE to promote from within.
• Because are passionate about developing our people from within, great training is provided. We also offer apprenticeship schemes, so that your learning journey can continue.

A day in the life of a Relief Chef

• Working in a large kitchen or multiple kitchens with a team of Chefs and Assistants.
• Ensuring tasks are appropriately allocated so teams are fully utilised and food preparation activities delivered using standard recipes and in line with Aramark brand standards.
• Responsible for ensuring efficient execution and delivery of all food line products in line with the daily menu.
• Maintaining integrity of the standard Aramark food offer, responsible for always maintaining food quality and integrity of items.
• Accountability for stock flow and rotation of product within the unit.

You will be set up for success if you have:

• Chef experience.
• Your own reliable transportation with business insurance.

• Lived in the UK for 5+ years with valid right to work and be able to pass security vetting.
• Flexibility as a team player who does not mind travelling and overnight stays, if required.

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team - [email protected]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

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