Lead Sous Chef – High-Volume Mess Kitchen

Aramark Ltd; Scotton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals on duty

Free parking

Uniform provided

Employee Benefits app

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Sous Chef for Somme Barracks to lead a professional catering team delivering around 1,000 meals daily. You will supervise the kitchen unit, ensure high standards for food quality, and collaborate with chefs and kitchen staff to maintain smooth operations.

The role requires UK residency for 3 years, legal right to work, and the ability to pass security vetting and DBS checks. A structured training pathway and career progression are offered.

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.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Applicants must have one of the following qualifications or equivalent: BSC (Catering), MHCIM, HND, City & Guilds 706/1 and 2, NVQ level 2 and 3
• Knowledge of health and safety
• CIEH level 2 qualification or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Prepare basic quality foods within a set pre-ordered menu.
• Keep the kitchen clean and tidy; conduct stock checks.
• Complete paperwork and due diligence forms.
• Manage customer complaints professionally.
• Collaborate with chefs and kitchen assistants; supervise the kitchen unit; deliver around 1000 meals, 3 times a day.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Health & safety knowledge

Education

BSC (Catering)

MHCIM

HND

City & Guilds 706/1 and 2

NVQ level 2 and 3

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Sous Chef for Somme Barracks to lead a professional catering team delivering around 1,000 meals daily. You will supervise the kitchen unit, ensure high standards for food quality, and collaborate with chefs and kitchen staff to maintain smooth operations.

The role requires UK residency for 3 years, legal right to work, and the ability to pass security vetting and DBS checks. A structured training pathway and career progression are offered.