Kitchen Manager

To be eligible for this role, you must have lived in the UK for the past 5 years and have a legal right to work and must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.

Aramark UK is looking to recruit a Kitchen Manager to join our team working at HMP Millsike, Moor Lane, York, YO41 1PS.

This is a full-time, permanent position and will be based at the new Category C prison in York. This will be a 40-hour week, 5 over 7.

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with excellent interpersonal skills, high attention to detail (particularly in safety) and a passion for coaching a team. This role is primarily focused on people management, safety and operational standards rather than culinary expertise.

About Aramark UK

Welcome to your ultimate food service partner, revolutionising the way organisations across the UK dine. With a dynamic team of over 10,000 passionate professionals, we’re here to elevate your food experience, wherever you are - be it in Business and Industry, Sports and Entertainment, Education or Defence.

Every single day, we whip up over 265,000 delicious meals, keeping our customers satisfied and energised. Join us on our exciting growth journey!

What’s in it for you

• A salary of £37,088
• Pension scheme and life assurance benefits
• Free meals on shift, free parking
• Blue light card
• Generous annual leave that increases in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra
• Access to an employee benefit scheme that offers discounts across hundreds of retail and leisure providers
• Employee Assistance Programme and in-house Mental Health Champions

A day in the life of a Kitchen Manager:

• Take full ownership of kitchen operations, including food management, safety systems, and compliance with food safety and health & safety regulations
• Lead and inspire the kitchen leadership team to meet the highest operational and safety standards
• Provide the team with the necessary tools and equipment to perform their duties effectively
• Coach, motivate and develop kitchen staff
• Conduct regular audits to maintain and continually improve food safety, cleanliness and operational standards
• Ensure timely payroll completion in collaboration with the scheduling team

You’ll be set up for success if you have:

• Experience as a Head Chef or Kitchen Manager in a high-volume environment
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent organisational skills and high attention to detail
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Proficient in IT and numeracy, with experience managing rotas, payroll and operational audits
• Commitment to maintaining and improving exacting standards of food safety and cleanliness

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.