Head Chef

Overview

Aramark UK is recruiting a Head Chef to join our talented Food and Beverage Team at LEGOLAND Windsor Resort
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We are One Team at LEGOLAND Windsor Resort and we are committed to delivering magic every day for our guests. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something special at a major UK theme park attracting thousands of guests during peak season.

• Strategically plan and develop menus aligned with hotel F&B strategies, focusing on profitability, GP targets, and cost efficiency through streamlined products and suppliers.
• Partner with Head of Hotel F&B to create menus for existing and new concepts, ensuring offerings meet client expectations.
• Lead recruitment, training, performance management, and team development while promoting Aramark’s culture and values.
• Oversee HR procedures, succession planning, employee relations, and ensure adherence to company standards including opening/closing procedures.
• Ensure high food quality and presentation, monitor KPIs, forecast demand, and maintain food safety compliance across hotel kitchens.
• Implement robust food safety practices, maintain audit trails, manage kitchen files, and oversee deep cleaning programs.
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, hygiene, and safety legislation, maintaining a secure and safe working environment.
• Manage GP, labour, and direct budgets across hotel restaurants by controlling waste, stock, staffing, and equipment maintenance.

• Experience operating as a Head Chef in a fast-paced, volume environment.
• A proven track record in leading a team.
• Experience managing cost of sales.

• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Job function:
  Management
• Industry: Food and Beverage Services
• Location:
  
  On-site at LEGOLAND Windsor Resort, SL4 4AY

• Competitive salary of up to £42,500
• Permanent, full-time 40-hour position working weekdays and weekends
• On-site at LEGOLAND Windsor Resort
• Generous annual leave that increases with service, with the opportunity to buy extra days
• Defined contribution pension scheme and life assurance benefits
• Access to an employee benefit scheme with discounts across hundreds of retail and leisure providers
• Merlin passes for friends and family
• Employee Assistance Programme and in-house Mental Health Champions
• In-house events and opportunities to experience culinary excellence from our teams

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. 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.

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All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.