Sous Chef

Aramark; Camberley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals on shift

Free on-site parking

Discounted on-site gym

Employee Benefits app

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Career development opportunities

Apprenticeship schemes

Job summary

Aramark UK is hiring a Sous Chef at RMA Sandhurst, Camberley. You’ll work closely with the Catering Manager to deliver high standards, follow menus and allergen guidelines, and lead kitchen operations when the Head Chef is away.

This full-time, 37.5-hour role offers a competitive salary of £30,289.33, opportunities for development, and benefits including discounted meals, parking, and pension. UK residency required; DBS checks and security vetting apply.

Qualifications

• UK residency for the past 3 years and legal right to work.
• Level 3 Food Safety and Health Safety requirements.
• NVQ Levels 2/3 in Culinary or equal.
• Experience in a fast-paced high-volume kitchen.
• Strong leadership and kitchen-management capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations when the Head Chef is away.
• Prepare dishes to spec, following recipes and allergen guidelines.
• Manage food production, reduce waste, and maintain stock control.
• Receive and store deliveries using FIFO procedures.
• Allocate tasks and mentor the kitchen team.
• Maintain hygiene standards and oversee deep cleans.
• Ensure all team members are trained and compliant.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Culinary skills

Stock ordering

Allergen control

Education

NVQ Level 2/3

Tools

Stock systems

Job description

Information at a Glance

Reach for Remarkable

Sous Chef - Cook Up Your Next Career Move!
Location: RMA Sandhurst, Camberley, GU15 4PQ
Salary: £30,289.33 (£15.48 per hour)
Hours: Permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 providing cover for occasional functions
Shift patterns: Variable shifts (Earlies, Middles, Lates) between 05:30 and 20:30

Work at an Iconic Location
Join us at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, one of the most prestigious military training establishments in the world. Set within a historic and inspiring environment, Sandhurst is renowned for developing future leaders and offers a unique opportunity to be part of a site that supports excellence, teamwork, and service, delivering not only cadet / military feeding daily but also weddings, conference & banqueting, and VIP events.

Ready to take your culinary career to the next level? We’re looking for a passionateSous Chef to join our talented team at RMA Sandhurst. Working closely with the Catering Manager, ensuring menus are followed correctly and high standards of food are being served, ensuring every dish is exceptional.

This isn’t just a job—it’s your chance to grow with a global leader in contract catering while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.

Why join us?

• Discounted meals on shift and free on-site parking
• Discounted on-site gym
• Local to Camberley town centre and bus stops to surrounding areas
• Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, EAP, supermarket discounts & more
• Life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement (with option to buy more)
• Career development opportunities - we love to promote from within
• Apprenticeship schemes and ongoing training

What you'll do:

• Lead kitchen operations when the Head Chef is away.
• Prepare dishes to spec, following recipe sheets and allergen guidelines.
• Manage food production, reduce waste, and maintain stock control.
• Receive and store deliveries using FIFO procedures.
• Allocate tasks and mentor the kitchen team.
• Maintain hygiene standards and oversee deep cleans.
• Ensure all team members are trained and compliant.

What we're looking for:

• UK residency for the past 3 years and legal right to work.
• Ability to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.
• Strong Leadership, kitchen management, and culinary skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment with high volume customers NVQ Level 2&3
• Level 3 Food Safety and Health Safety
• Skills / knowledge / experience of stock ordering and stock taking systems, menu production, and recipe compliance
• Calm under pressure, organised, and ready for a trade test.

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 proudDisability 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.

Job reference: 668269.