Chef Supervisor

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Chef Supervisor to join our team in Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced catering professional to take on a supervisory role within a busy and rewarding environment, supporting the delivery of large-scale catering services while leading and developing a team. What you'll do As a Chef Supervisor, you will play a key role in the delivery of approximately 1,800 breakfast packs, cold lunches, and hot evening meals each day. Working within a secure environment, you will support food production, supervise kitchen operations, and help maintain the highest standards of food safety and service. Key responsibilities include: Assisting with the preparation and service of approximately 1,800 breakfast packs, cold lunches, and hot evening meals each day Ensuring lunches are prepared for dispatch at approximately 11:00am and evening meals at approximately 3:00pm, Supervising the loading and distribution of meals to residential wings using heated food trolleys Completing accurate meal counts and maintaining effective portion control Supervising and working alongside approximately 10 to 12 prisoners within the kitchen ensuring professional boundaries, security requirements, and site procedures at all times Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen operation Collaborating with colleagues to ensure an efficient and professional catering service. What's in it for You? £15.00 per hour 35 hours per week, 4-day working week Free meals whilst on duty Free on-site parking Uniform provided Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts (including supermarket savings and weekend treats) Blue Light Discount Card upon successful completion of probation Company pension contributions Life assurance Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy more Excellent training and development opportunities Apprenticeship schemes available Fantastic career progression opportunities, as we LOVE to promote from within Be part of a supportive and talented team. Previous experience in a professional kitchen or high-volume catering environment Strong food preparation, service, and kitchen supervision skills Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, allergen controls, health and safety, and portion control Ability to lead, support, and motivate a team in a busy and secure environment Clear communication skills and strong organisational ability Ability to remain calm under pressure Ability to maintain professional boundaries when supervising prisoners Commitment to following all site security procedures Flexibility to work a rolling rota, including weekends. HMPPS Vetting required Must have resided in the UK for the past 5 years Must have the legal right to work in the UK 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 are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families. For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). 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 adjustments 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.