Sous Chef

Aramark Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Benefits app

Job summary

Aramark UK is seeking a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our team at Drayton Manor High School. You will support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals to students and staff while maintaining day-to-day kitchen operations.

You will oversee kitchen activities in the Head Chef's absence, ensure HACCP compliance, manage stock, and help adapt menus to dietary needs. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits in a busy, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar in high-volume catering
• Strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality meals in line with school standards

Skills

Food safety knowledge

HACCP

Team leadership

Communication

Organisation

Tools

Kitchen safety equipment

Job description

Aramark UK are looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our team at Drayton Manor High School. Supporting the Head Chef, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals to students and staff, while ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive environment where you can make a real impact on promoting healthy eating.,

• Support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals in line with school standards
• Prepare, cook, and present food that is appealing, portion-controlled, and suitable for students
• Supervise kitchen operations and staff in the absence of the Head Chef
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations (e.g. HACCP)
• Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering, and manage stock rotation to minimise waste
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation across all kitchen areas
• Adapt menus and recipes to meet dietary, allergen, and cultural requirements
• Train and support junior team members while promoting a positive team environment
• Proven experience as a Sous Chef, Senior Cook, or in a similar high-volume catering environment
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and compliance (e.g. HACCP)
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining high standards
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Experience adapting meals to meet dietary, allergen, and cultural requirements
• A positive, reliable, and team-focused approach with the ability to support and guide others
• Competitive salary of up to £30.000 depending on experience
• Generous annual leave that increase in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Benefits app: access to 100s of discounts, free mortgage advice, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, online GP appointments, and our Employee Assistance Programme
• FOOD! Opportunities to attend in-house events and try the culinary genius of our teams (we are a food business after all!)