About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Job Description</H2> </div><div><p><strong>Are you an ambitious, creative Head Chef ready to redefine stadium dining?</strong><br>Do you thrive in fast‑paced, high‑profile environments where quality, innovation and people leadership are paramount?</p> <p><strong>Aramark UK</strong> is looking for a <strong>commercially savvy and people‑focused Head Chef</strong> to take full ownership of the culinary operation at <strong>AFC Wimbledon</strong>. This is a unique opportunity to lead and shape a flagship kitchen within our <strong>Sports & Entertainment division</strong>, delivering world‑class premium food experiences in an iconic venue.</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">What's in it for you: </H2> </div><div><ul> <li>£43,000-£47,000 dependant on experience + package</li> <li>Generous annual leave that increases in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra</li> <li>Life assurance and pension scheme</li> <li>Benefits app: access to 100s of discounts, free mortgage advice, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, online GP appointments, and our Employee Assistance Programme</li> <li>FOOD! Opportunities to attend in-house events and try the culinary genius of our teams (we are a food business after all!)</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Job Responsibilities</H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Own the end‑to‑end planning, coordination and delivery of all premium dining experiences, ensuring exceptional guest standards.</li> <li><span>Building recipes, managing GP and cost control</span></li> <li>Champion a culture of quality, innovation, continuous improvement and health & safety across the kitchen.</li> <li>Develop and maintain all kitchen standards, including SOPs, specification cards, cleaning schedules, training materials and staffing models.</li> <li>Lead food production and operational delivery across all premium areas, ensuring consistency, quality and compliance.</li> <li>Embed a guest‑focused approach through strong hospitality knowledge and attention to customer needs.</li> <li>Ensure full compliance with food safety legislation, COSHH, due diligence and wider company policies.</li> <li>Maintain rigorous controls for food handling, hygiene, temperature checks, stock rotation and incident reporting.</li> <li>Recruit, develop and lead a high‑performing kitchen brigade, driving engagement, capability and pride in delivery.</li> <li>Hold full financial accountability for premium operations, managing food, labour, stock and wastage to maximise profitability.</li> <li>Partner with procurement, suppliers and Aramark culinary and marketing teams to drive innovation, quality and continuous product development.</li> </ul> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Key Requirements: </H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Proven senior chef leadership experience in restaurants, hospitality or premium event catering.</li> <li>Confident, inspirational leader with the ability to engage and motivate large, diverse teams.</li> <li>Strong commercial acumen with previous P&L accountability.</li> <li>Extensive knowledge of food safety and operational compliance.</li> <li>Excellent communicator, able to work collaboratively with front‑ and back‑of‑house teams.</li> <li>Passionate about food, hospitality and innovation.</li> <li>Calm, resilient and solutions‑focused, with strong problem‑solving ability.</li> <li>Flexible approach with availability to work evenings and weekends.</li> <li>Level 3 Food Safety qualification (desirable).</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">About Aramark</H2> </div><div><p>If you’re looking to make your mark in a <strong>high‑profile, high‑energy environment</strong>, and you’re excited by the idea of shaping the future of premium stadium dining, we’d love to hear from you.</p> <p><em>If you already work for Aramark, please inform your line manager before applying.</em></p> <p><strong>At Aramark UK, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are a Disability Confident and Forces Friendly employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout our recruitment process.</strong></p> <p><em>For adjustments or queries, contact:</em> <strong>[email protected]</strong></p></div></div></div>