2nd Chef

As our 2nd Chef, you'll:
- Lead kitchen shifts in the Head Chef's absence
- Motivate, organise, and support the wider team to deliver smooth, efficient service
- Prepare dishes to spec with full understanding of menu and allergen requirements
- Manage production levels, minimise waste, place orders, and maintain accurate stock records
- Receive and store deliveries using FIFO standards
- Champion high cleaning and hygiene standards through regular deep cleans
- Ensure staff are trained, confident, and set up to shine in their roles, What you'll do:
As our 2nd Chef, you'll:
- Lead kitchen shifts in the Head Chef's absence
- Motivate, organise, and support the wider team to deliver smooth, efficient service
- Prepare dishes to spec with full understanding of menu and allergen requirements
- Manage production levels, minimise waste, place orders, and maintain accurate stock records
- Receive and store deliveries using FIFO standards
- Champion high cleaning and hygiene standards through regular deep cleans
- Ensure staff are trained, confident, and set up to shine in their roles

Have lived in the UK for the past 3 years
- Have the legal right to work in the UK
- Be able to pass full security vetting and an enhanced DBS check
- A relevant culinary qualification
- Experience as a 2nd Chef or strong Senior CDP ready for the next step
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to perform under pressure

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is in the customer service business across food, facilities and uniforms, wherever people work, learn, recover, and play. United by a passion to serve, our more than 247,000 team members deliver experiences that enrich and nourish the lives of millions of people in 19 countries around the world every day.
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2nd Chef - Step into a Role That Truly Makes a Difference
Location: Keogh Barracks, Mytchett GU12 5RQ Salary: £31,189 per annumWorking pattern: Permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours/week, 5 days over 7 (including some weekends) Shift pattern: Early shift 06:00 - 14:00, Late shift 11:30 - 19:30, Weekend shift 09:30 - 17:30
Aramark UK are on the lookout for a talented 2nd Chef to join our buzzing team at Keogh Barracks. No two days are ever the same, and if you're looking for a culinary role that brings excitement and work-life balance, you'll feel right at home here.
Aramark UK is proudly redefining what hospitality careers can look like - creating real balance, genuine development opportunities, and a supportive culture across Defence, Judicial, Education, and private sector clients.
Why join us?
- Free uniform and on-site parking
- 2 weeks leave during Christmas period, and 2 weeks leave during summer period
- Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, EAP, supermarket, and retail discounts
- Life assurance, pension contributions, generous holidays (with the option to buy more!)
- Fantastic training and development, including apprenticeships
- A culture that promotes from within - real career progression awaits

Why join us?
- Free uniform and on-site parking
- 2 weeks leave during Christmas period, and 2 weeks leave during summer period
- Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, EAP, supermarket, and retail discounts
- Life assurance, pension contributions, generous holidays (with the option to buy more!)
- Fantastic training and development, including apprenticeships
- A culture that promotes from within - real career progression awaits