Lead Chef Supervisor - Large-Scale Kitchen

Aramark; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark UK is recruiting a Chef Supervisor to join our team at HMP Millsike, York. You will oversee a large-scale kitchen operation, delivering high-quality meals three times daily while maintaining safety and compliance in a secure environment.

You will lead a team of chefs and inmates, manage menus and production requirements, ensure hygiene, stock control, and documentation, and support ongoing training and career development within a supportive, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience
• Relevant culinary qualification
• Experience working within a large-scale kitchen environment
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Ability to motivate and support others while maintaining professional boundaries
• Positive, proactive, and team-focused approach
• Ability to work effectively in a secure environment and follow strict procedures

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of chefs and inmates to deliver meals three times a day
• Supervise and assist inmates within the kitchen unit
• Prepare quality food items in line with pre-ordered menus and production requirements
• Ensure the kitchen remains clean, organised, and compliant with food safety standards
• Conduct stock checks and ensure stock is managed effectively
• Complete all relevant paperwork, records, and due diligence documentation accurately
• Support food safety, health & safety, and operational compliance procedures
• Managing challenging situations professionally and dealing with conflict where necessary
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations
• Undertaking training and development activities as required

Skills

Supervisory experience

Culinary leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Motivation & coaching

Team player

Secure environment awareness

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Aramark UK is recruiting a Chef Supervisor to join our team at HMP Millsike, York. You will oversee a large-scale kitchen operation, delivering high-quality meals three times daily while maintaining safety and compliance in a secure environment.

You will lead a team of chefs and inmates, manage menus and production requirements, ensure hygiene, stock control, and documentation, and support ongoing training and career development within a supportive, inclusive workplace.