Head Chef

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Head Chef – Great Hours, Big Impact! 

Location: HMP Parc, Heol Hopcyn John, Bridgend CF35 6AP 
Salary: £36094.29 (£17.29 per hour)
Contract type: Permanent, full-time, 40 hours per week, 4 days a week, alternating weekends off. 
Shift times: 07:00 – 17:00 (no evenings) 

Ready to lead, inspire, and create incredible food – without sacrificing your work-life balance? 
Join Aramark UK as a Head Chef and take charge of a kitchen that makes a real difference. This is your chance to showcase your culinary skills, lead a talented team, and enjoy family-friendly hours – all while working for a global leader in hospitality. 

Important: Due to the sector, you must have lived in the UK for the past 5 years, hold the legal right to work, and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks. 

Why join us?

•    Competitive pay and benefits package including life assurance, pension contributions, and generous holiday entitlement (with the option to buy more). 
•    A supportive, inclusive workplace where your growth matters. 
•    The chance to make a real impact every single day. 
•    Work-life balance: Permanent, full-time position, 40 hours per week, no late nights. 
•    Perks & Benefits: Free meals on duty, on-site parking, Blue Light Membership, and access to hundreds of discounts via our Employee Benefits app. 
•    Career Growth: We LOVE to promote from within! With training, development programs, and apprenticeships, your culinary journey doesn’t stop here. 
•    Security & Stability: Join a world-class organisation trusted across Defence, Judicial, Education, and private sectors.

What you’ll do:

•    Running the shift in the main kitchen, feeding the population of 1800 plus. 
•    Lead and inspire your kitchen team (and enhanced inmates) to deliver exceptional food every day. 
•    Drive innovation while keeping costs efficient and quality high. 
•    Train, mentor, and develop staff – because great teams make great kitchens. 
•    Ensure compliance with operational standards, manage waste, and maintain top-notch food safety. 
•    Build strong relationships with clients and customers, making every meal memorable.

What we're looking for:

•    NVQ Levels 1 & 2 in culinary skills. 
•    Experience in a similar environment. 
•    A proactive, can-do attitude and strong leadership skills. 
•    Ability to pass full security vetting and DBS checks (must have lived in the UK for the past 5 years). 

If you’re ready to join a world-leading hospitality team and make a difference every day, apply now!