Sous Chef

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

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Sous Chef to run shifts and manage culinary operations in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include producing meals under pressure and supporting team dynamics. Candidates should possess relevant culinary qualifications and experience. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly rate of £14 and various employee benefits including training and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Employee Benefits app

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Apprenticeship schemes

Qualifications

• Must have resided in the UK for the past 3 years and have legal right to work.
• Must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.
• At least 2 years on the job experience acting as either a Sous or a Senior CDP.
• A trade test will be required for the interview.

Responsibilities

• Run shifts and guide the team when the Head Chef is not present.
• Produce up to 1000 meals at a time.
• Organise and support the team for smooth operation.
• Manage production and food levels to minimise wastage.
• Carry out deep cleans daily/weekly with team.

Skills

Organisation

Ability to work under pressure

Culinary skills

Knowledge of allergen information

Education

Relevant culinary qualification

Job description

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Sous Chef to join our team at Kinloss Barracks.

You will be responsible for the day‑to‑day running of the shifts when the Head Chef is not present, producing up to 1000 meals at a time. You will be well organised and be able to work well under pressure.

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.

To be eligible for this role, due to the sector requirements: you must have been a UK resident for the past 3 years and have legal right to work in the UK and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.

What do we offer:

• This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, 5 days a week. Shifts vary on a rota basis, mainly Monday to Friday leaving your evenings free - a rarity when you work within culinary/hospitality.
• Hourly rate is £14.
• You will have access to our Employee Benefits app – which includes online GP access, 100’s of discounts, including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats.
• We also offer a company package including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and many more benefits.
• You will also be joining a talented team, with fabulous career prospects and could lead to all sorts of opportunities – we LOVE to promote from within.
• As we are passionate about developing our people from within, great training is provided. We also offer apprenticeship schemes, so that your learning journey can continue.

A day in the life of a Sous Chef:

• You will be running shifts and guiding your team when the Head Chef is not present, producing up to 1000 meals at a time – so organisation and the ability to thrive under pressure is required.
• You will be organising and supporting your team to ensure a smooth operation daily, allocating tasks so that your team and time are fully utilised.
• You will be producing food in line with recipe sheets, and have full knowledge of all menu items served, including allergen information.
• Management of production and food levels to ensure minimal wastage. You will also be placing orders and keeping records of any stock wastage, alongside receiving deliveries, and ensuring they are stored correctly, and the FIFO method is followed.
• Carrying out deep cleans daily / weekly alongside your team, ensuring all staff are fully trained on their sections and have undertaken any relevant training as required.

You will be set up for success if you have:

• Must have resided in the UK for the past 3 years and have legal right to work
• Must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks
• Relevant culinary qualification and at least 2 years on the job experience acting as either a Sous or a Senior CDP
• A trade test will be required for the interview

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.

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 UK

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 – [e-mail].

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.