Chef Supervisor

Aramark; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food services company is seeking a Chef Supervisor to oversee kitchen operations at HMP Parc, Bridgend. The role involves collaborating with enhanced inmates to prepare quality meals, ensuring kitchen cleanliness, and managing paperwork. Candidates must have lived in the UK for 5 years, possess the legal right to work, and pass security vetting. This full-time position offers a pay rate of £14.66/hour and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Free meals

Parking

Employee Benefits app access

Employee Assistance Scheme

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Must have resided in the UK for the past 5 years and have legal right to work.
• Must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.
• Experience working in a large-scale kitchen is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist enhanced inmates in the kitchen unit.
• Prepare basic quality foods according to a pre-ordered menu.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and conduct stock checks.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Team player

Conflict resolution

Education

Relevant culinary qualification

Job description

Overview

Aramark UK are currently recruiting a Chef Supervisor to join our team working at HMP Parc, Bridgend, CF35 6AP. You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, working alongside enhanced inmates, and aiding ensure the smooth function of the unit. Aramark UK are making a work life balance achievable whilst still working in hospitality, cultivating your culinary career with a world leading organisation.

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

Job Reference 596057. 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.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of chefs and enhanced inmates to deliver meals 3 times a day. You will be supervising and assisting enhanced inmates in the kitchen unit.
• You will be responsible for the preparation of basic quality foods within a set pre-ordered menu.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and tidy and all stock checks are carried out correctly.
• Fill in all relevant paperwork and due diligence forms.
• Be an excellent team player and be able to deal with conflict if it arises.
• Undertake relevant training as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must have resided in the UK for the past 5 years and have legal right to work
• Must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks
• Previous supervisory skills
• Relevant culinary qualification
• Experience working in a large-scale kitchen

What we offer / Benefits

• This is a full-time position, 37 hours per week, 5 days over 7 including some weekend work. Shifts range between 7am – 6pm, leaving your evenings free
• Pay rate £14.66/hour
• Free meals, parking, and access to a Blue Light Discount Card on completion of your probation period
• Employee Assistance Scheme and in-house Mental Health Champions
• You will have access to our Employee Benefits app, which includes online GP access and hundreds of discounts
• Company package including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and many more benefits
• Opportunity to grow within a talented team with career prospects and internal promotion opportunities
• Great training and apprenticeship schemes to support your learning journey

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 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].

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