Job Description

Reach for Remarkable

Lead, inspire and enjoy real work–life balance.

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.

Location:  HMP Parc, Bridgend, CF35 6AP
Pay: £14.66 per hour 
Contract type: Permanent, full-time, 35 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 (with alternate weekends off)
Shift times: Between 7am and 6pm –great worklife balance

We’re looking for three Sous Chefs to join our catering team at HMP Parc, Bridgend 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 join us?

• Uniform provided, free meals on duty and free on-site parking.
• 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 (after probation passed). 
• Company benefits: life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday allowance (with the option to buy more)  
• Career development: we love to promote from within and offer apprenticeships and training to help you grow. 

What you’ll do:

• 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 we're looking for:

• 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
• Effective communication skills and a calm, professional approach.

If you’re ready to join a world-leading hospitality team and make a difference every day, apply now!  

About Aramark 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 and Forces Friendly 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.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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

Job reference: 631212.