Chef Manager
| Posting date: | 12 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £14.5-14.5 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 September 2025 |
| Location: | Bristol, BS32 4AJ |
| Company: | Aramark |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 598920-43584624 |
Summary
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.
Your Aramark journey starts here
Chef Manager – Pegasus School, BristolREQ: 598920Location: Pegasus School, Hempton Lane, Bristol BS32 4AJContract Type: Permanent | Term Time Only (39 weeks)Working Hours: 27 hours per week | Monday to FridaySalary: £14.50 per hour
Are you a passionate and experienced chef ready to lead a small, dedicated kitchen team in an inspiring school environment? We’re looking for a Chef Manager to take ownership of our kitchen at Pegasus School in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on delivering high-quality, nutritious food while leading a team with energy and confidence.
What you’ll be doing:
- Running day-to-day kitchen operations, including preparing fresh, hot and cold meals for breakfast and lunch services
- Creating deli-style and grab-and-go offerings
- Managing portion control and minimising food waste
- Leading hospitality events and ensuring all food is produced to brand standards and recipes
- Handling stock control, placing timely orders, managing deliveries, and overseeing regular stocktakes
- Supporting financial reporting and budgetary processes
- Leading, coaching, and developing a small kitchen team
- Delivering excellent customer service and handling any complaints professionally
What we’re looking for:
- A relevant culinary qualification and hands-on cooking experience – ideally in an educational or similar setting
- Proven experience managing a small kitchen team
- Solid understanding of P&L, stocktaking, and budget management
- A proactive leader who can motivate and support team development
- A positive, can-do attitude and a strong sense of accountability
- Ability to pass full security vetting and DBS checks is essential
Why join us?
- Term time only – work around school holidays
- Access to our Employee Benefits Portal with hundreds of discounts
- Online GP access and wellbeing support
- Opportunities for development through apprenticeship schemes
- Free on-site parking and good local transport links
- If you’re ready to make a real impact in a supportive environment and lead a kitchen that puts quality and care at the heart of every meal, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your culinary career.
If this role appeals to you, then apply now and show us the value you will bring.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Job Reference 598920
If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.
About Aramark
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.
Your Aramark journey starts here
Chef Manager – Pegasus School, BristolREQ: 598920Location: Pegasus School, Hempton Lane, Bristol BS32 4AJContract Type: Permanent | Term Time Only (39 weeks)Working Hours: 27 hours per week | Monday to FridaySalary: £14.50 per hour
Are you a passionate and experienced chef ready to lead a small, dedicated kitchen team in an inspiring school environment? We’re looking for a Chef Manager to take ownership of our kitchen at Pegasus School in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on delivering high-quality, nutritious food while leading a team with energy and confidence.
What you’ll be doing:
- Running day-to-day kitchen operations, including preparing fresh, hot and cold meals for breakfast and lunch services
- Creating deli-style and grab-and-go offerings
- Managing portion control and minimising food waste
- Leading hospitality events and ensuring all food is produced to brand standards and recipes
- Handling stock control, placing timely orders, managing deliveries, and overseeing regular stocktakes
- Supporting financial reporting and budgetary processes
- Leading, coaching, and developing a small kitchen team
- Delivering excellent customer service and handling any complaints professionally
What we’re looking for:
- A relevant culinary qualification and hands-on cooking experience – ideally in an educational or similar setting
- Proven experience managing a small kitchen team
- Solid understanding of P&L, stocktaking, and budget management
- A proactive leader who can motivate and support team development
- A positive, can-do attitude and a strong sense of accountability
- Ability to pass full security vetting and DBS checks is essential
Why join us?
- Term time only – work around school holidays
- Access to our Employee Benefits Portal with hundreds of discounts
- Online GP access and wellbeing support
- Opportunities for development through apprenticeship schemes
- Free on-site parking and good local transport links
- If you’re ready to make a real impact in a supportive environment and lead a kitchen that puts quality and care at the heart of every meal, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your culinary career.
If this role appeals to you, then apply now and show us the value you will bring.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Job Reference 598920
If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.
About Aramark
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.