Regional Chef: Lead Multi-Site Kitchens & Training

Aramark; Newport; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Training opportunities

Job summary

Aramark UK is seeking a Regional Chef to support culinary operations across multiple school sites, delivering high-quality meals and leading site teams. You will help with production, menu delivery, training, and maintaining safety standards across the region.

The role requires strong cooking skills, adaptability to varied environments, and a passion for delivering excellent service. UK driving licence desirable; position based at multiple sites with regional responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, or Chef Manager in catering.
• Strong culinary skills and ability to produce high-quality meals.
• Ability to adapt to different kitchens and teams.
• Solid knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Full UK driving licence desirable.
• Catering qualifications and food hygiene certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support catering operations across multiple sites within the region.
• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality meals in line with company standards.
• Assist site teams during periods of absence, high demand, or special events.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations.
• Support menu planning and implementation across sites.
• Train and mentor kitchen teams, sharing best practices and culinary expertise.
• Assist with stock management, ordering, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Time management

Food safety knowledge

Communication

Education

Cooking qualifications

Food hygiene certification

Job description

Aramark UK is seeking a Regional Chef to support culinary operations across multiple school sites, delivering high-quality meals and leading site teams. You will help with production, menu delivery, training, and maintaining safety standards across the region.

The role requires strong cooking skills, adaptability to varied environments, and a passion for delivering excellent service. UK driving licence desirable; position based at multiple sites with regional responsibilities.