Sous Chef

Aramark; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in London is seeking a Sous Chef to manage kitchen shifts and support culinary operations. You will supervise a team, ensure food quality and compliance, and maintain the highest standards under pressure. The ideal candidate has a relevant culinary qualification and at least two years of experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £29,937.13 per year, along with opportunities for career development and additional benefits.

Benefits

Discounted meals

Onsite parking

Access to benefits app

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef or Senior CDP.
• Must have resided in the UK for the past 5 years.
• Must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Run shifts and guide the team when the Head Chef is not present.
• Lead a team of 6 and organize daily operations.
• Produce food in line with recipe sheets and allergen information.

Skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Leadership skills

Knowledge of allergen information

Education

Relevant culinary qualification

Job description

Overview

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Sous Chef to join our team at Regents Park Barracks, NW1 4AL. 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 organized and able to work well under pressure.

Aramark UK provides world-class contract catering services to clients across the UK, including Defence and Judicial, private industry and Education. We support a work-life balance within hospitality and offer opportunities to develop your culinary career with a world-leading organisation.

To be eligible for this role, you must have been a UK resident for the past 5 years, have the legal right to work in the UK, and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Run shifts and guide the team when the Head Chef is not present, producing up to 1000 meals at a time.
• Lead a team of 6, organise and support the team to ensure a smooth operation daily, and allocate tasks to maximise efficiency.
• Produce food in line with recipe sheets and have full knowledge of all menu items served, including allergen information.
• Manage production and food levels to minimise wastage; place orders and keep records of stock wastage; receive deliveries and store correctly using FIFO method.
• Carry out deep cleans daily/weekly with the team and ensure all staff are trained for their sections and required training is undertaken.

What we offer

• Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 including weekends. Shifts between 6:30am and 8:30pm.
• Salary: £29,937.13 per year.
• Discounted meals and onsite parking, local transport links.
• Access to benefits app with discounts on groceries and more.
• Company package including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and additional benefits.
• Opportunities for progression within a talented team; Aramark promotes from within and provides training, including apprenticeship schemes.

A day in the life of a Sous Chef

• Run shifts and guide the team when the Head Chef is not present, maintaining organisation and thriving under pressure.
• Manage a team of 6 and ensure a smooth daily operation.
• Organise and support the team to allocate tasks effectively and utilise time well.
• Ensure food is produced in line with recipe sheets and allergen information is known.
• Oversee stock management, ordering, and recordkeeping for wastage; receive deliveries and apply FIFO.
• Perform daily/weekly deep cleans with the team and ensure relevant training is completed.

Qualifications

• Must have resided in the UK for the past 5 years and have the right to work.
• Must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.
• Relevant culinary qualification and at least 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef or Senior CDP.
• A trade test will be required for the interview.

Additional information

If this role appeals to you, apply now. Job Reference 567771. 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: At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and support employees with disabilities throughout their career journey. We ensure our recruitment process is accessible and provide reasonable adjustments at every stage. For accommodations or questions, please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail]. Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.