Head Chef: Lead a High-Standard Kitchen & Team

Northern Europe; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Uniform and safety footwear provided

Employee Benefits app access (GP, EAS,

Company pension contributions

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Training and development opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Supportive and professional team

Job summary

Aramark UK in Northallerton is recruiting a Head Chef to lead a professional kitchen, drive high standards, and develop a talented team. The role focuses on delivering exceptional food and hospitality services within a structured shift pattern.

You will manage daily kitchen operations, mentor staff, maintain compliance, and ensure top-quality meals for function and dining events. Attractive benefits and progression opportunities accompany this position.

Qualifications

• A recognised culinary qualification (NVQ Level 1, NVQ Level 2, or equivalent).
• Level 3 Food Safety qualification (or higher).
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Strong organisational and operational management capability.
• Calm and professional approach in a busy environment.
• Excellent communication and team‑building skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading the preparation and service of meals, ensuring high standards, consistency, and minimal waste.
• Delivering formal dining and hospitality services for functions, events, and distinguished visitors.
• Training, developing, and supporting your kitchen team, embedding strong standards and clear procedures.
• Maintaining food quality through recipe compliance and effective production control.
• Managing stock levels, placing orders, and maintaining kitchen documentation in line with contractual and military compliance requirements.
• Upholding food safety, hygiene, allergen management, and temperature controls with diligence and accuracy.
• Supporting daily and weekly kitchen deep-clean schedules.
• Ensuring the kitchen remains inspection‑ready at all times.
• Leading by example and fostering a positive, professional team culture.
• Driving continuous improvement across all aspects of the catering operation.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Organisational skills

Operational management

Communication

Team building

Flexibility

Continuous improvement

Customer experience focus

Education

NVQ Level 1/2

Food Safety Level 3+

Job description

Aramark UK in Northallerton is recruiting a Head Chef to lead a professional kitchen, drive high standards, and develop a talented team. The role focuses on delivering exceptional food and hospitality services within a structured shift pattern.

You will manage daily kitchen operations, mentor staff, maintain compliance, and ensure top-quality meals for function and dining events. Attractive benefits and progression opportunities accompany this position.