Kitchen Manager

Aramark; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider in Bridgend is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee kitchen operations at HMP Parc. This full-time role requires experienced leadership and strong organizational skills to ensure high food safety standards and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a background as a Head Chef or Kitchen Manager in a high-volume setting, with a salary ranging from £34,500 to £36,500.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

Free parking

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Generous annual leave

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Kitchen Manager in a high-volume environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations.
• Oversee ordering, stock management, and menu planning.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Organizational skills

Communication

IT proficiency

Tools

Aratrade

Opex

Job description

Overview

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.

Role and location

Aramark UK is looking to recruit a Kitchen Manager to join our team working at HMP Parc, Heol Hopcyn John, Coity, Bridgend CF35 6AP. This is a full-time, permanent position and will be a 40-hour week, 5 over 7.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, hygiene, and cost control.
• Oversee ordering, stock management, menu planning, compliance, and team performance, with a strong focus on client satisfaction and operational excellence.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations including food preparation, service, and cleanliness.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health and safety, and hygiene standards.
• Conduct daily servery and kitchen inspections.
• Manage overproduction and food waste effectively.
• Compile and manage weekly food orders using Aratrade.
• Monitor stock levels, portion control, and stock takes.
• Ensure stock sheets align with planograms and are health-checked regularly.
• Audit and monitor food usage and costs.
• Use Aratrade for stock management, invoicing, and GRNIs.
• Use Opex for stock sheets and non-stock item management.
• Ensure accurate documentation and system updates.
• Develop and maintain 4-week menu cycles.

What we’re looking for / Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Kitchen Manager in a high-volume environment
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent organisational skills and high attention to detail
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Proficient in IT and numeracy, with experience managing rotas, payroll and operational audits
• Commitment to maintaining and improving exacting standards of food safety and cleanliness

Eligibility and compliance

To be eligible for this role, 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.

What’s in it for you / Benefits

• A salary of £34,500 - £36,500
• Free meals on shift, free parking
• Blue light card
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Generous annual leave that increases in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra
• Benefits app: access to discounts, online GP appointments, mental health support and our Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities to attend in-house events and try the culinary genius of our teams

Other

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

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]

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.