Chef Supervisor

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the UK is seeking a Chef Supervisor to manage kitchen operations at HMP Five Wells. Responsibilities include supervising chefs, preparing meals, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Ideal candidates will have previous supervisory experience and relevant culinary qualifications. The role offers a competitive pay rate of £14.50/hour and various employee benefits, along with opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Free meals

Parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Employee Benefits app

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Residency in the UK for the past 5 years with a legal right to work.
• Ability to pass security vetting and DBS checks.
• Experience working in large-scale kitchens.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist a team of chefs and enhanced inmates to deliver three meals daily.
• Prepare basic quality foods within a pre-set menu.
• Maintain cleanliness and conduct stock checks.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Ability to handle conflicts

Team player

Education

Relevant culinary qualifications

Job description

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is in the customer service business across food, facilities, and uniforms, wherever people work, learn, recover, and play. United by a passion to serve, our more than 247,000 team members deliver experiences that enrich and nourish the lives of millions of people in 19 countries around the world every day.

pursue what matters

To be eligible for this role, due to sector requirements: you must have lived 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.

Aramark UK is currently recruiting a Chef Supervisor to join our team at HMP Five Wells NN8 2NG. You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, collaborating with enhanced inmates, and ensuring the smooth functioning of the unit.

We aim to create a work-life balance while working in hospitality, cultivating your culinary career with a world-leading organization. Aramark provides contract catering services across the UK, including Defence, Judicial, private industry, and Education sectors. We employ some of the best culinary and catering talent in the UK.

What we offer:

• This is a full-time position, 35 hours per week, with a 3 days on / 3 days off schedule, including some weekends. Shifts are between 7am and 6pm, leaving your evenings free.
• Pay rate of £14.50/hour.
• Free meals, parking, and access to a Blue Light Discount Card after probation.
• Employee Assistance Programme and in-house Mental Health Champions.
• Access to our Employee Benefits app, offering online GP access and discounts on shopping and weekend treats.
• Company benefits including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with buy options, and more.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our talented team. We promote from within and provide training and apprenticeship schemes.

A day in the life of a Chef Supervisor:

• Supervise and assist a team of chefs and enhanced inmates to deliver three meals daily.
• Prepare basic quality foods within a pre-set menu.
• Maintain cleanliness and conduct stock checks.
• Complete relevant paperwork and due diligence forms.
• Be an excellent team player and handle conflicts effectively.
• Undertake necessary training.

Requirements:

• Residency in the UK for the past 5 years with a legal right to work.
• Ability to pass security vetting and DBS checks.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Relevant culinary qualifications.
• Experience working in large-scale kitchens.

If interested, apply now and demonstrate the value you can bring. Job Reference 599736. All applications will be treated confidentially. Existing employees must notify their line manager before applying.

About Aramark UK:

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting employees of all abilities, and are recognized as a Forces Friendly employer with the ERS Gold Award. We ensure accessible recruitment processes and offer reasonable adjustments. For accommodations or questions, contact our recruitment team at [e-mail].