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Due to sector requirements, applicants must have lived in the UK for the past 5 years, have the legal right to work, and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.
The Opportunity Aramark UK is currently recruiting a Chef Supervisor to join our catering team at HMP Parc, Bridgend (CF35 6AP).
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, motivated chef ready to step into a leadership role. You’ll take ownership of the day‑to‑day kitchen operation, supervising a team of chefs and working alongside enhanced inmates, helping to ensure the unit runs smoothly, safely and efficiently.
Why Aramark?
At Aramark, we believe you shouldn’t have to sacrifice your personal life to build a successful culinary career. We offer structured daytime shifts, strong support, and genuine opportunities to progress — all within a world‑leading organisation.
As specialists in contract catering across Justice, Defence, Education and commercial sectors, we’re proud to employ some of the UK’s very best culinary talent.
What We Offer
- Full‑time role – 35 hours per week
- Monday to Sunday working pattern, with alternate weekends off
- Daytime shifts between 7am and 6pm — your evenings stay yours
- £14.66 per hour
- Free meals on duty and free on‑site parking
- Blue Light Discount Card (after probation)
- Employee Assistance Programme and in‑house Mental Health Champions
- Access to our Employee Benefits App, including:
- Online GP access
- Hundreds of discounts (shopping, leisure and travel)
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Pension contributions
- Life assurance
- Generous annual leave with the option to buy more
- Outstanding career progression — we love to promote from within
- Full training provided, plus apprenticeship opportunities to support your development.
A Day in the Life
- Supervising and supporting chefs and enhanced inmates to deliver meals three times a day
- Preparing and serving quality food within a pre‑ordered menu structure
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety and compliance
- Completing relevant paperwork and due diligence accurately
- Supporting a positive kitchen culture and confidently managing challenges when they arise
- Completing any required training to support the role.
- What You’ll Need to Succeed
- UK residency for the past 5 years with legal right to work
- Ability to pass full DBS and security vetting
- Previous supervisory or team‑leading experience
- Relevant culinary qualification
- Experience working in a large‑scale or high‑volume kitchen
- Strong communication skills and a calm, professional approach
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If this role sounds like the right move for you, apply now and show us the value you can bring.
Job Reference: 631212.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Internal applicants must notify their line manager prior to applying.
About Aramark UK We’re proud to be a and , holding the ERS Gold Award. Diversity and inclusion sit at the heart of everything we do, and we’re committed to supporting you at every stage of your career.
Ready to join a team that values you? Apply today.
A Day in the Life
- Supervising and supporting chefs and enhanced inmates to deliver meals three times a day
- Preparing and serving quality food within a pre‑ordered menu structure
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety and compliance
- Completing relevant paperwork and due diligence accurately
- Supporting a positive kitchen culture and confidently managing challenges when they arise
- Completing any required training to support the role.
- What You’ll Need to Succeed
- UK residency for the past 5 years with legal right to work
- Ability to pass full DBS and security vetting
- Previous supervisory or team‑leading experience
- Relevant culinary qualification
- Experience working in a large‑scale or high‑volume kitchen
- Strong communication skills and a calm, professional approach
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If this role sounds like the right move for you, apply now and show us the value you can bring.
Job Reference: 631212.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Internal applicants must notify their line manager prior to applying.
What We Offer
- Full‑time role – 35 hours per week
- Monday to Sunday working pattern, with alternate weekends off
- Daytime shifts between 7am and 6pm — your evenings stay yours
- £14.66 per hour
- Free meals on duty and free on‑site parking
- Blue Light Discount Card (after probation)
- Employee Assistance Programme and in‑house Mental Health Champions
- Access to our Employee Benefits App, including:
- Online GP access
- Hundreds of discounts (shopping, leisure and travel)
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Pension contributions
- Life assurance
- Generous annual leave with the option to buy more
- Outstanding career progression — we love to promote from within
- Full training provided, plus apprenticeship opportunities to support your development.