Camp Chef/Cook

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.
Reach for Remarkable
Are you an experienced Cook/Chef looking to supplement your Income or looking to join a team for regular weekly work.
You could earn £435 for a 3 day weekend camp.
We are currently looking to hire flexible cooks/chefs who can work in a variety of locations across Scotland. Our short-term camp contracts require Cooks/Chefs to have Basic disclosure Scotland. Funding to obtain this will be available to successful candidates.
A camp consists of between 50 to 200 cadets and would be staffed with 1-4 personnel depending on numbers.
A general 3-day camp would consist of travel to camp with stores and a late evening meal on the 1st day, followed by a full-service 2nd day and finally breakfast and lunch on the last day of camp.
There is plenty of work all year round for successful candidates.
Applicants should have good all-round cooking skills, as well as an understanding of all health and safety associated within a kitchen.
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 be eligible to work in the UK and have resided in-country for more than 3 years. Security checks are required for this role.
What we offer:
- We are offering a zero-hours contract, working as and when required. You will be working mainly weekends but may need to work during the week for school holiday periods. Shift times will be variable between 6am and 9pm.
- The hourly rate is up to £14.50.
- Multiple roles available
- Free meals on-site and on-site parking, majority of sites have excellent transport links. You will also have the use of the company vehicle during working hours and free uniform.
- You will have access to our Employee Benefits app
- which includes 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 and many more benefits.
- Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme.
- You will also be joining a talented team, with fabulous career prospects and could lead to all sorts of opportunities – we LOVE to promote from within.
- As we 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 Mobile Cook/Chef:
- You will be running standalone camp kitchens, cooking for cadet training camps.
- Stocking up, stock rotation, facing up, spot cleaning, cleaning dining and serving areas, both front and back of house. You will also be loading and unloading deliveries.
- Liaising with members of the cadet training camps and the STC management team.
- Completing all relevant kitchen paperwork.
You will be set up for success if you have:
- Eligibility to work in the UK and have resided for longer than 3 years. Security clearance checks are required for this role due to the nature of the sites.
- Relevant culinary qualifications and a passion for food and service.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Flexible approach to hours and duties.
- Must have a full driving license with no more than 6 points.
- Basic disclosure Scotland or willing to obtain.
If this role appeals to you, then apply now and show us the value you will bring.  
Job Reference 621149.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.
About Aramark UK
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 also recognised as a Forces Friendly employer and hold the prestigious ERS Gold Award, reflecting our dedication to supporting the Armed Forces community.  
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 accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – View email address on findajob.dwp.gov.uk
Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.
A day in the life of a Mobile Cook/Chef:
- You will be running standalone camp kitchens, cooking for cadet training camps.
- Stocking up, stock rotation, facing up, spot cleaning, cleaning dining and serving areas, both front and back of house. You will also be loading and unloading deliveries.
- Liaising with members of the cadet training camps and the STC management team.
- Completing all relevant kitchen paperwork.
You will be set up for success if you have:
- Eligibility to work in the UK and have resided for longer than 3 years. Security clearance checks are required for this role due to the nature of the sites.
- Relevant culinary qualifications and a passion for food and service.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Flexible approach to hours and duties.
- Must have a full driving license with no more than 6 points.
- Basic disclosure Scotland or willing to obtain.
If this role appeals to you, then apply now and show us the value you will bring.  
Job Reference 621149.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.


What we offer:
- We are offering a zero-hours contract, working as and when required. You will be working mainly weekends but may need to work during the week for school holiday periods. Shift times will be variable between 6am and 9pm.
- The hourly rate is up to £14.50.
- Multiple roles available
- Free meals on-site and on-site parking, majority of sites have excellent transport links. You will also have the use of the company vehicle during working hours and free uniform.
- You will have access to our Employee Benefits app
- which includes 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 and many more benefits.
- Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme.
- You will also be joining a talented team, with fabulous career prospects and could lead to all sorts of opportunities – we LOVE to promote from within.
- As we are passionate about developing our people from within, great training is provided. We also offer apprenticeship schemes, so that your learning journey can continue.