Chef Supervisor

Northern Europe; Bicester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Free parking on-site

Blue Light Membership

Employee Benefits app

Life assurance & pension

Training & development

Job summary

Aramark UK is seeking a Chef Supervisor in Bicester to lead a large-scale kitchen operation, delivering high-quality meals while developing and supervising inmates in a secure environment.

The role offers training and progression within a global organisation, with shift pattern 7am–5pm, 35 hours per week, and benefits including free meals, parking, and pension.

You will work with a team of chefs and inmates, ensure food safety, stock control, and maintain paperwork and compliance.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in catering or hospitality.
• Relevant culinary qualification.
• Experience in a large-scale kitchen.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to motivate others while maintaining boundaries.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Team-focused approach.
• Ability to work in a secure environment with procedures.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with chefs and inmates to deliver meals three times daily.
• Supervise and assist inmates within the kitchen operation.
• Prepare quality food items per menus and production needs.
• Support safe, efficient, and professional catering service.
• Keep kitchen clean, organised and compliant with food safety.
• Conduct stock checks and manage stock effectively.
• Complete paperwork and due diligence accurately.
• Handle challenging situations professionally and manage conflicts.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Team motivation

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

At Aramark we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at Aramark will help you reach your full potential.

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Chef Supervisor to join our team in Bicester, OX25 1PZ. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced catering professional to take on a supervisory role within a large-scale kitchen operation, helping to deliver high-quality meals while supporting the development and supervision of enhanced inmates in a secure environment.

What's in it for you?

• £15.30 per hour
• 35 hours per week
• 4 days on, 4 days off working pattern
• Shift times of 7am - 5pm
• Free meals whilst on duty
• Free on-site parking
• Access to Blue Light Membership
• Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, discounts, supermarket savings and more
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a global organisation

What you'll be doing

• Collaborating with a team of chefs and enhanced inmates to deliver meals three times per day
• Supervising and assisting enhanced inmates within the kitchen operation
• Preparing quality food items in line with set menus and production requirements
• Supporting the delivery of a safe, efficient, and professional catering service
• Ensuring the kitchen remains clean, organised, and compliant with food safety standards
• Conducting stock checks and ensuring stock is managed effectively
• Completing all relevant paperwork, records, and due diligence documentation accurately
• Managing challenging situations professionally and dealing with conflict where necessary
• Supporting food safety, health & safety, and operational compliance procedures
• Undertaking training and development activities as required

Qualifications

About you

• Previous supervisory experience within a catering or hospitality environment
• Relevant culinary qualification
• Experience working in a large-scale kitchen
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to motivate and support others while maintaining professional boundaries
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A positive, proactive, and team-focused approach
• Ability to work effectively in a secure environment and follow strict procedures

Additional Information

• You must have lived in the UK continuously for the past 5 years and have the legal right to work in the UK
• The successful candidate will be required to pass full security vetting and DBS 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 referencesand an enhanced DBS checkin 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 – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

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