Sous Chef

Aramark; Bicester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Free parking

Blue Light Membership

Employee Benefits app

Life assurance

Pension

Generous holidays

Internal promotion opportunities

Job summary

Aramark UK is hiring a Sous Chef at HMP Bullingdon in Bicester. The role oversees day-to-day kitchen operations, supervises staff and inmates, and ensures meals are prepared to a set menu.

You will work 35 hours per week with a 4 days on, 4 days off rota, 7am–5pm shifts. UK work eligibility and DBS vetting required. Benefits include free meals, parking, and pension.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory skills.
• Relevant culinary qualification.
• Experience working in a large-scale kitchen.
• Lived in the UK for the past 5 years and right to work; able to pass DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of chefs and enhanced inmates to deliver meals three times a day; supervise and assist 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 conducted correctly.
• Fill in all relevant paperwork and due diligence forms.
• Be an excellent team player and able to handle conflicts.
• Undertake relevant training as required.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Culinary qualification

Experience in large-scale kitchen

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Location: HMP Bullingdon, Patrick Haugh Road, Bicester, OX25 1PZ
Pay rate: £15.30/hour
Hours: 35 hours/week
Shifts: Rota: 4 days on, 4 days off, Hours 7am to 5pm

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

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.

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

• Free meals on shift + free parking.
• 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!

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate 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 conducted 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.

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 and Forces Friendly 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]

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.