Sous Chef

Aramark NV; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service in Birmingham is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations in a secure environment. The role involves working with enhanced inmates, preparing meals, and ensuring kitchen hygiene standards. Candidates must have supervisory experience and a relevant culinary qualification. Attractive benefits include free meals, parking, and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

Free parking

Life assurance

Pension

Generous holidays

Internal promotion opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have lived in the UK for the past 5 years and have a legal right to work.
• Must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Supervising enhanced inmates in the kitchen.
• Preparation of basic quality foods from a set menu.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and complete stock checks.

Skills

Previous supervisory skills

Experience working in a large-scale kitchen

Education

Relevant culinary qualification

Job description

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Join Our Culinary Team – Sous Chef Wanted!

To be eligible for this role, you must meet specific sector requirements. These include having lived in the UK continuously for the past five years, possessing the legal right to work in the UK, and being able to pass full security vetting and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

This position involves working within a secure prison environment and engaging directly with offenders.

Location: Winson Green, B18 4AS

Job Ref: 603116

Pay: £14.12/hour

Hours: 35 hours/week 4 days out of 7, including every second weekend.

Shifts: Shift times are 07:30 – 17:15 with an hour\'s break

We’re hiring a Sous Chef to join our committed team at HMP Birmingham.

You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, working alongside enhanced inmates, and aiding the smooth function of the unit.

Aramark UK are making a work life balance achievable whilst still working in hospitality, cultivating your culinary career with a world leading organisation. Aramark provides world-class contract catering services to our extensive list of clients across the UK, including Defence and Judicial, private industry and Education. We are lucky to have some of the best Culinary and Catering talent that the UK has to offer working within our teams.

What You'll Do:

• Work with a team of chefs and enhanced inmates to deliver meals, 3 times a day. You will be supervising and assisting enhanced inmates in the kitchen unit.
• Be responsible for the preparation of basic quality foods within a set pre-ordered menu.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and tidy and all stock checks are carried out correctly.
• Fill in all relevant paperwork and due diligence forms.
• Be an excellent team player and be able to deal with conflict if it arises.
• Undertake relevant training as required.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous supervisory skills
• Relevant culinary qualification
• Experience working in a large-scale kitchen
• Lived in the UK for the past 5 years and have a legal right to work and must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.
• Free meals on shift + free parking. Local transport links.
• Access to Blue Light Membership and our Employee Benefits app (online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, discounts, supermarket savings & more).
• Life assurance, pension, generous holidays (with buy-more option).
• Internal promotion opportunities – we love to grow our own!

About Aramark UK

At Aramark UK, we are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and are committed to providing the necessary support throughout your career journey.

We’re also recognised as a Forces Friendly employer and hold the prestigious ERS Gold Award, reflecting our dedication to supporting the Armed Forces community.

Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible to all. We offer reasonable adjustments at every stage—from application through to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our recruitment team at [e-mail].

Join us in building a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential.

Apply now and show us the unique value you bring.