Title: Lead Chef
Newport, NWP, GB
Your Aramark journey starts here
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 role with a level of flexibility, working 5/7?
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 Lead Chef to work with our integral team at Ouesdale School, MK16 0BJ
Perks of the job
⦁ Hourly rate starting from £12.50 per hour depending on experience
⦁ Full time – 40 hours per week – Monday – Friday. Term time only
⦁ Discounted meals on shift
⦁ Free uniform provided
⦁ NEST pension contribution and Life assurance
⦁ Generous holiday allowance which increases after 3 full years of 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
⦁ Work well as part of a team of chefs, supporting one another and communicating well
⦁ Supervising and leading your team to success, leading by example.
⦁ Preparing and cooking dishes ready for lunch service
⦁ 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 orders
⦁ 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
⦁ Undertake relevant training as required
Experience
⦁ Relevant culinary qualification is desirable
⦁ Previous experience as a cook / chef of at least 2 years
⦁ Allergen awareness
⦁ Excellent team player and communicator
⦁ Confident enough to lead a team
⦁ DBS required
⦁ Flexibility and the ability to innovate
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.