Sous Chef

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 work life balance

Role: Sous Chef - responsible for leading kitchen operations, supervising chefs and inmates, and ensuring the unit runs smoothly, safely and efficiently.

• 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).
• Life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday allowance (with the option to buy more).
• Career development - promotion from within, apprenticeships and training opportunities.

• Supervising and supporting chefs and 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.

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

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.