Head Chef

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is in the customer service business across food, facilities and uniforms, wherever people work, learn, recover, and play. United by a passion to serve, our more than 247,000 team members deliver experiences that enrich and nourish the lives of millions of people in 19 countries around the world every day.
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Head Chef – Great Hours, Big Impact!
Location: Campsfield IRC, Kidlington, OX5 1RE Pay: £16.46 per hour (£34,353.99) Working pattern: Permanent, full-time, 40 hours per week | 3 days on 3 days off | 12-hour shifts Job Ref: 622878
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.
Why You’ll Love This Role
– Work-life balance: 3 days on and 3 days off
– Perks & Benefits: Free meals on duty, on-site parking, Blue Light Membership, online GP access, and 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
– 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
– Minimum of 5 years as head chef of a substantial kitchen brigade with responsibility for food production and labour management.
– Recognised culinary or kitchen management qualification.
– 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).
What’s in It for You
– 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.
Why Aramark?
We’re a Disability Confident and Forces Friendly employer with an ERS Gold Award. We support diversity and inclusion at every stage.
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What You’ll Do
– 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
– Minimum of 5 years as head chef of a substantial kitchen brigade with responsibility for food production and labour management.
– Recognised culinary or kitchen management qualification.
– 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).
Why You’ll Love This Role
– Work-life balance: 3 days on and 3 days off
– Perks & Benefits: Free meals on duty, on-site parking, Blue Light Membership, online GP access, and 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’s in It for You
– 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.