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This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role within a busy military catering operation, supporting the Head Chef and leading a team responsible for producing up to 1,000 meals per service.\nWhat's in it for you?\n£16.13 per hour\n37.5 hours per week\nMonday to Friday working pattern with occasional weekend shifts\nWorking 5 days out of 7\nShift times ranging between 06:30 and 20:30\nDiscounted meals whilst on duty\nOn-site parking available\nExcellent local transport links\nAccess to our Employee Benefits app, including online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme, discounts, supermarket savings and more\nLife assurance and pension scheme\nGenerous holiday entitlement with the option to buy additional leave\nExcellent training and development opportunities\nApprenticeship schemes available\nCareer progression within a global organisation with a strong culture of internal promotion\nWhat you'll be doing\nRunning kitchen shifts and leading the team in the Head Chef's absence\nSupervising and supporting a team of 6 kitchen colleagues\nProducing and overseeing the preparation of up to 1,000 meals per service\nOrganising daily operations and allocating tasks to maximise efficiency\nPreparing food in line with recipe specifications and brand standards\nMaintaining full knowledge of menu items, allergens, and dietary requirements\nManaging food production levels to minimise waste\nPlacing orders, receiving deliveries, and ensuring stock is stored correctly\nMaintaining stock records and ensuring FIFO principles are followed\nCompleting daily and weekly deep cleaning schedules with the team\nEnsuring all staff are appropriately trained and compliant with operational procedures\nMaintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety compliance\n About you\nRelevant culinary qualification\nMinimum of 2 years' experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie\nStrong leadership and team management skills\nExperience working within a high-volume catering environment\nExcellent organisational and time-management abilities\nStrong understanding of food safety, allergens, stock control, and kitchen compliance\nAbility to remain calm under pressure and lead by example\nPassion for delivering high-quality food and excellent customer service\nA practical trade test will form part of the interview process\n Important Requirements\nApplicants must have resided in the UK for the past 5 years and have the legal right to work in the UK.\nSuccessful candidates will be required to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.\nAt Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.\nAs 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.\nWe are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. 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