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Head Chef – Great Hours, Big Impact!
Location: HMP Parc, Heol Hopcyn John, Bridgend CF35 6AP
Salary: £36094.25
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!
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