Kitchen Manager

Aramark Ltd; Llantwit Major; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in the UK is seeking a Kitchen Manager for their team at HMP Parc. You will be responsible for managing kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, safety, and compliance with health standards. Ideal candidates possess strong leadership, kitchen management experience, and excellent organizational skills. Compensation ranges from £34,500 to £36,500 annually with various benefits including free meals and access to multiple discounts.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

Free parking

Pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Kitchen Manager in a high-volume environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, service, and cleanliness.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health and safety, and hygiene standards.
• Develop and maintain a 4-week menu cycle.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen Management

Organizational Skills

Communication

IT proficiency

Tools

Aratrade

Opex

Job description

Eligibility

Lived in the United Kingdom for the past 5 years and have a legal right to work. Must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.

Job Overview

Aramark UK is looking to recruit a Kitchen Manager to join our team at HMP Parc, Heol Hopcyn John, Coity, Bridgend CF35 6AP. This full‑time, permanent position is a 40‑hour week, 5 over 7. The role involves leading and managing all kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, hygiene, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• 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 a 4‑week menu cycle.

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.

Compensation and Benefits

A salary of £34,500–£36,500.

Benefits:

• 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 100s of discounts, online GP appointments, mental health support and our Employee Assistance Programme
• FOOD! Opportunities to attend in‑house events and try the culinary genius of our teams (we are a food business after all!)