Chef

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Chef to join our team at Colchester Institute. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced chef looking for a fantastic work-life balance, with Monday to Friday working and term-time-only hours within a busy education catering environment. Job Description As a Chef, you will play a key role in the delivery of high-quality food services, supporting the Head Chefs and Kitchen Service Workers to provide nutritious and appealing meals for students and staff. Key responsibilities include: • Supporting the preparation and service of breakfast and lunch meals • Working closely with the Head Chefs and Kitchen Service Workers to ensure smooth daily operations • Assisting with menu planning and food ordering on a three-week menu cycle • Preparing, cooking, and presenting food to a high standard • Maintaining food quality, consistency, and presentation • Supporting stock control and food storage procedures • Completing relevant kitchen records and food safety documentation • Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness • Providing excellent customer service within a busy catering environment What's in it for You? • £18,899.72 per annum, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday • Working hours of 7:00am - 2:30pm • Term-time-only role, working 36 weeks per year • Equated pay throughout the year • Free staff meals on site • Discounted parking available • Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts (including supermarket savings and weekend treats) • Company pension contributions • Life assurance • Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more • Excellent training and development opportunities • Apprenticeship schemes available • Fantastic career progression opportunities, as we LOVE to promote from within • Be part of a supportive and professional team • Previous experience working as a Chef within a catering or hospitality environment • Strong communication and customer service skills • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality • Good organisational and time management skills • Positive and flexible approach to work • Passion for producing high-quality food • Enhanced DBS check required • Proven track record working within catering or kitchen environments • Employment is subject to satisfactory right to work checks 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 – careers@aramark.co.uk Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.