Chef

Aramark; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Free on-site parking

Blue Light Discount Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Benefits app access

Life assurance & pension

Generous holiday entitlement

Internal progression & training

Job summary

Aramark UK is hiring a dedicated Chef to join our team at IRC Campsfield, Kidlington. This permanent, full-time role offers 36 hours per week with Fri–Sun shifts from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, and a pay rate of £15.20 per hour.

It’s a great chance to work in a supportive culinary environment within the Judicial sector. You'll prepare meals from a set menu, supervise colleagues, and ensure high hygiene standards while enjoying real work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Residency in the UK for the past 5 years and legal right to work.
• Ability to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.
• Previous chef experience and a passion for great food.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking quality food from a set pre-ordered menu.
• Collaborating with prisoner workforces, guiding, and supporting them in culinary tasks.
• Ensuring food is produced efficiently and in line with recipe sheets.
• Completing kitchen paperwork and due diligence.
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness.
• Being an effective team player with the confidence to manage conflict if needed.
• Participating in ongoing training.

Skills

Chef experience

Passion for great food

Job description

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Location: IRC Campsfield, Kidlington
Pay rate: £15.20 per hour
Contract type: Permanent, full-time, 36 hours per week, Fri - Sun (No late nights)
Shift pattern: 12-hour shifts, 7:00 am to 7:00 pm

Bring your passion for food to a place where your skills make a genuine difference. Aramark UK is looking for a committed and motivated Chef to join our team at IRC Campsfield, Kidlington. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced chef who wants work–life balance without stepping away from the craft they love.

Why is this role different?

This isn’t your standard hospitality role. You’ll be part of a highly respected culinary team within the Judicial sector, helping to deliver nutritious meals while contributing to a purposeful environment. And with shifts between 7am–7pm on weekends, your evenings are finally yours — a rarity in hospitality.

You’ll work as part of a skilled and supportive kitchen team, preparing and producing meals for residents three times a day. You’ll also supervise and support enhanced residents working in the kitchen – helping them learn new skills and ensuring a smooth, safe operation.

To be eligible for this role, due to the sector requirements: you must have resided in the UK for the past 5 years, have a legal right to work and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.

• Free meals on shift
• Free on-site parking
• Blue Light Discount Card (after probation)
• Employee Assistance Programme + in-house Mental Health Champions
• Access to our Employee Benefits app – save on supermarket shops, weekend treats, and more
• Life assurance, pension contributions, and generous holiday entitlement (with the option to buy more)
• Real opportunities for development – we promote from within, offer apprenticeships, and provide ongoing training to support your progression.

What you'll do:

• Preparing and cooking quality food from a set pre-ordered menu
• Collaborating with prisoner workforces, guiding, and supporting them in culinary tasks
• Ensuring food is produced efficiently and in line with recipe sheets
• Completing kitchen paperwork and due diligence
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness
• Being an effective team player with the confidence to manage conflict if needed
• Participating in ongoing training.

What we're looking for:

• Residency in the UK for the past 5 years and legal right to work
• The ability to pass full security vetting and DBS checks
• Previous chef experience and a passion for great food

If this sounds like the next step in your culinary journey, and show us the value you’ll bring.

If you’re already an Aramark employee, please inform your line manager before applying.

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 – [e-mail].

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.