Head Chef

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Kidlington is looking for a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations and staff training. Responsibilities include menu development, culinary quality control, and financial efficiency. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Levels 1 & 2 in culinary skills and experience in a similar environment. Enjoy benefits like free meals and access to employee discounts.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

Free parking

Access to Employee Benefits app

Life assurance

Pension

Generous holidays

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar educational environment ideal.
• Lived in the UK for the past 5 years and have a legal right to work.
• Must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Train and lead kitchen employees and enhanced inmates.
• Implement company policy decisions and training staff accordingly.
• Develop innovative solutions for financial efficiency.

Skills

Culinary skills

Computer literacy

Proactive attitude

Education

NVQ Levels 1 & 2 in culinary skills

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.


Join Our Culinary Team – Head Chef Wanted!


Location: Kidlington OX5 1RE Job Ref: 596978 Pay: £15.00/hour Hours: 40 hours/week. Rota: 3 days on, 3 days off Shifts: Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (may involve working alongside detainee labour in the kitchen.)
We’re hiring a Head Chef to join our passionate team at Campsfield IRC.
You’ll be responsible for the daily operation of the kitchen, cost efficiency and production of menus in line with agreed budgets. Working with kitchen staff and enhanced prisoners.




What You’ll Do:



- Train and lead kitchen employees and enhanced inmates to use standard methodology food production technique andensure quality in final presentation of food.
- Implement any new company policy decisions and training staff accordingly. Maintainall staff records, shift opening/closing checklists and performance data.
- Developinnovative solutions in the most financially efficient way possible.
- Aggregate and communicate regional culinary and ingredient trends.
- Empower team to deliver excellence in customer service. Investigate concerns and respond to needs relating to the catering service and take corrective action.
- Fully comply with Operational Excellence fundamentals: managing waste, standard menus, recipes and ingredients through handling customer driven menus and labour standards.
- Understand end to end supply chain and procurement process and systems, ensuring only authorised suppliers are used.





What We’re Looking For:



- NVQ Levels 1 & 2 in culinary skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Experience in a similar educational environment ideal.
- Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt.
- 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.





Perks & Benefits:



- Free meals on shift + free parking.
- Access to Blue Light Membership and our Employee Benefits app (online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, discounts, supermarket savings & more).
- Life assurance, pension, generous holidays (with buy-more option).
- Career development, training & apprenticeships.
- Internal promotion opportunities – we love to grow our own!





About Us:


At Aramark UK, we are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and are committed to providing the necessary support throughout your career journey.
We’re also recognised as a Forces Friendly employer and hold the prestigious ERS Gold Award, reflecting our dedication to supporting the Armed Forces community.
Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible to all. We offer reasonable adjustments at every stage—from application through to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our recruitment team at [e-mail].
Join us in building a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential.
Apply now and show us the unique value you bring.



What You’ll Do:



- Train and lead kitchen employees and enhanced inmates to use standard methodology food production technique andensure quality in final presentation of food.
- Implement any new company policy decisions and training staff accordingly. Maintainall staff records, shift opening/closing checklists and performance data.
- Developinnovative solutions in the most financially efficient way possible.
- Aggregate and communicate regional culinary and ingredient trends.
- Empower team to deliver excellence in customer service. Investigate concerns and respond to needs relating to the catering service and take corrective action.
- Fully comply with Operational Excellence fundamentals: managing waste, standard menus, recipes and ingredients through handling customer driven menus and labour standards.
- Understand end to end supply chain and procurement process and systems, ensuring only authorised suppliers are used.





What We’re Looking For:



- NVQ Levels 1 & 2 in culinary skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Experience in a similar educational environment ideal.
- Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt.
- 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.



- Free meals on shift + free parking.
- Access to Blue Light Membership and our Employee Benefits app (online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, discounts, supermarket savings & more).
- Life assurance, pension, generous holidays (with buy-more option).
- Career development, training & apprenticeships.
- Internal promotion opportunities – we love to grow our own!