Sous Chef

Aramark; City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Bike parking

Uniform provided

Safety shoes

Benefits app access

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Generous holidays

Career development

Apprenticeship schemes

Ongoing training

Job summary

Aramark UK is seeking a Sous Chef for a high‑volume kitchen serving Accenture at 30 Fenchurch Street, London. You will lead the brigade, support the Head Chef, and ensure every dish is exceptional.

This role offers a clear path to growth within a global contractor and a strong focus on work‑life balance and professional development.

Qualifications

• Relevant culinary qualification.
• Previous experience of working in a kitchen.
• Certificate in food safety (or willing to obtain via our online e-learning).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Culinary skills

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Location: Accenture, 30 Fenchurch Street, London EC2m 3BD
Annual salary: £42,000
Hours: Full-time, Permanent, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Ready to take your culinary career to the next level? We’re looking for a passionateSous Chef to join our talented team at Accenture. With a high-volume kitchen and a vibrant service to deliver, you’ll play a key role in leading the brigade, supporting the Head Chef, and 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.

• Free meals, bicycle parking, uniform, and safety shoes.
• Access to our Employee Benefits app – online GP access, supermarket discounts, and more.
• Life assurance, pension contributions, and generous holiday allowance (with the option to buy more).
• Career development, promotion opportunities, and apprenticeship schemes.
• Ongoing training to help you grow and thrive.

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:

• Relevant culinary qualification.
• Previous experience of working in a kitchen.
• Certificate in food safety (or willing to obtain via our online e-learning).
• Excellent team player and communicator.

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.