Sous Chef

Aramark; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary services provider is seeking a Sous Chef for Wimbledon Football Club. This full-time, permanent role involves delivering premium dining experiences, ensuring health and safety standards, and leading a kitchen team. Ideal candidates will have experience in similar environments, leadership skills, and a passion for food. Enjoy a competitive salary of £35,000 and various benefits, including generous annual leave and a defined contribution pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Defined contribution pension scheme

Life assurance

Access to discounts and health support

Opportunities for in-house events

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar kitchen environment.
• Confident leader with a strong focus on food.
• Ability to inspire and motivate kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef to deliver high-quality food.
• Ensure compliance with UK food safety standards.
• Oversee stock ordering and wastage management.

Skills

Leadership

Effective communication

Passionate about food

Job description

Job Description

The roar of the crowd, the thrill of events, and the taste of victory. AFC Wimbledon, a club reborn from passion, continues its incredible journey at the new Plough Lane.

But the excitement doesn't stop on the pitch! As Aramark, their official culinary partner, we're crafting unforgettable experiences for fans and eventgoers alike. Want to be part of this unique story? Aramark UK have an incredible opportunity for a skilled and team focused Sous Chef to join the team at Wimbledon Football Club.

AFC Wimbledon is a club with an interesting history, having been formed by supporters of the old Wimbledon FC in 2002 after their club was relocated 60 miles north to Milton Keynes, becoming MK Dons. The new Plough Lane is the most recent instalment of that story. Only opening in November 2020, it is one of the newest stadiums in the country, with it hosting 9125 fans per matchday, the mission is to set the standard for excellence and create exceptional experiences for the Dons and non-matchday visitors to the site.

Reporting to the Head Chef on site, the Sous Chef at Wimbledon Football Club is responsible for ensuring that all our premium dining offerings are delivered with the highest standards of health and safety, quality, creativity and consistency on both matchday and non-match day dining operations.

This is a full time and permanent position which will be based on site and requires working 5 days over 7.

What's in it for you :

• Competitive salary of £35,000
• Generous annual leave that increases in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra
• Defined contribution pension scheme / pension scheme – check banding for further benefits
• Life assurance
• Benefits app : access to 100s of discounts, online GP appointments, mental health support 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!)

A day in the life of a Sous Chef :

• Support the Head Chef in planning, coordinating, and delivering high-quality food across all premium stadium areas.
• Assist with menu input, system creation, kitchen setup, and logistics coordination to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure consistent food quality and strict compliance with UK food safety standards, including temperature checks, allergen awareness, and hygiene protocols.
• Oversee stock ordering, usage, and waste recording, ensuring efficient and sustainable kitchen practices.
• Maintain adherence to COSHH, accident reporting, fire safety, and stadium-wide health and safety policies.
• Collaborate with management to build a high-performing kitchen team, ensuring all staff are trained to Aramark standards and motivated to deliver excellence.

You'll be set up for success if you have :

• A naturally confident leader to inspire a large kitchen team to deliver results
• Ability to communicate effectively between front and back of house teams
• Positive and passionate focus on food – a natural flare for hospitality
• Experience of working in a similar environment at a similar level

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

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 employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

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