Head Chef: Creative Kitchen Lead for 400-Guest Castled Experience

Aramark Ltd; Radford Semele; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Defined contribution pension scheme

Life assurance

Benefits app: access to discounts, GP,

FOOD! Opportunities to attend in-house

Job summary

Aramark UK at Warwick Castle is looking for a Head Chef to lead the culinary operations for breakfast and dinner for up to 400 guests. You will combine hands-on kitchen leadership with strategic responsibilities, including menu development, cost control, and team coaching.

You will ensure food quality and safety, mentor a talented team in a fast-paced, high-profile setting, and collaborate with on-site Merlin teams and central Aramark support to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a high-pressure kitchen and delivering exceptional service.
• Ability to design innovative and appealing menus.
• Strong understanding of food safety and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team to deliver breakfast and dinner for up to 400 guests.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, from prep to menu planning.
• Ensure food safety compliance and manage GP and labour costs.
• Recruit, train and develop your team.
• Collaborate with Merlin on-site teams and Aramark central support functions.
• Drive menu innovation while maintaining financial efficiency.

Skills

Strong leadership

Creativity

Excellent technical cooking skills

Business acumen

Formal culinary training

Job description

Aramark UK at Warwick Castle is looking for a Head Chef to lead the culinary operations for breakfast and dinner for up to 400 guests. You will combine hands-on kitchen leadership with strategic responsibilities, including menu development, cost control, and team coaching.

You will ensure food quality and safety, mentor a talented team in a fast-paced, high-profile setting, and collaborate with on-site Merlin teams and central Aramark support to deliver outstanding guest experiences.