Food Prep Worker
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Position Overview & Specifications
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Are you currently working as a Kitchen Assistant but getting tired of the long hours and late nights?
We are currently recruiting a Kitchen assistant to work at our site in Colchester.
The ingredients for success
The role is varied and could potentially lead to a culinary career for the right person. The position has variation daily. The contract is term time, permanent. You will be working Monday to Friday, 25 hours per week, based around school day hours β great if you are a parent or carer!
What's in it for youThe hourly rate for the position is Β£9.50 and you will be working a contracted 25-hour week. Not only that, but you will also be joining a great team, with fabulous career prospect. Life might start working in the kitchen but could lead to all sorts of opportunities β we LOVE to promote from within!
Some of the many benefits include.
- Term time only β 37.5 weeks a year β salary annualised over the 12 months
- Free Uniform
- Discounted on site parking
- Free meal whilst on duty
- Employee assistance program
- Pension scheme
- Many online discounts through mystaffshop
To maintain food hygiene, service & presentation to standard- You will be working with the culinary team preparing food trolleys for delivery to campus
- Performing cleaning tasks
- Assisting in basic food prep for service
- Supporting the Kitchen team in delivering first class service
- Driving company vehicle around the sites
Qualifications and experience needed
- Previous KP experience would be an advantage
- Experience in industrial catering.
- A passion for food and service
- Completing paperwork when required
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 youβre pursuing β a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work β 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.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Catering & Food Service Contractors
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Food Prep Worker roles across Aramark's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Catering & Food Service Contractors.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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