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Aramark · Dishforth, NYK, GB

# Head Chef

Dishforth, NYK, GB £15.45 per hour Hospitality & Food Service 

Listed on Aramark’s official careers site. Listed as of October 20, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Aramark’s careers site →](https://aramarkcareers.com/Northern-Europe/job/Dishforth-Head-Chef-NYK-YO7-3EY/1401151200/)

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## Job description

### Reach for Remarkable Location

Dishforth Airfield, Thirsk, YO7 3EZ Pay rate: £15.45 per hour (£32,240 per annum)

### Working pattern

Permanent, full-time position, 40 hours per week, and some weekend shifts may be required.

### Shift times

various shift patterns are available Aramark UK are currently recruiting a Head Chef to join our team working in Dishforth Airfield, Thirsk. You will be responsible for the kitchen operation, cost efficiency, and production of innovative quality food/menus in line with agreed budgets to improve sales. To be eligible for this role, due to the sector requirements: you must have been a UK resident for the past 3 years and have legal right to work in the UK and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.

You must have reliable transport due to the location of the site and limited public transport. Why join us? Discounted meals on shift, and free on-site parking. You will have access to our Employee Benefits app - which includes online GP access, 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, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and many more benefits.

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.

### What you’ll do

Managing chefs across two kitchens on site. Managing and ordering stock. Undertaking stock takes. Producing menu signage for Front of House. Managing menu cycles and food offerings. Ensuring all kitchen teams follow Aramark and food safety policies and procedures.

### What we’re looking for

NVQ Levels 1 & 2 in culinary skills. Clean Enhanced DBS. Experience in a similar educational environment. Can do attitude with a willingness to learn. Proactive in attitude. Lived in UK for the past 3 years and have legal right to work in the UK and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks. If this role appeals to you, then apply now and show us the value you will bring.

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 and Forces Friendly employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey. 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 – careers@aramark.co.uk. 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.

### Job reference

659797.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Not stated
- First seen by OpenNash: Jul 13, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 20, 2026
- Listed for: 99 days
- Location: Dishforth, NYK, GB
- Pay: £15.45 per hour[Apply on Aramark’s careers site →](https://aramarkcareers.com/Northern-Europe/job/Dishforth-Head-Chef-NYK-YO7-3EY/1401151200/)

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