Sous Chef

Aramark Ltd; Witney; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Discounted meals while on duty

Cycle to Work scheme

Life assurance & pension

Generous holiday entitlement

Training & development opportunities

Career progression within a global org

Job summary

We are recruiting an experienced Sous Chef to join our team in Witney. You will support the Head Chef in a high-volume catering operation, lead a team of 12 kitchen staff and ensure high-quality meals to specification.

The role requires flexibility for weekend and night cover, strong leadership, food safety expertise, and excellent client liaison. Aramark UK offers a diverse, inclusive workplace and opportunities within a global organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef or Senior Chef in contract catering or high-volume catering
• Ability to lead and develop teams
• Experience with food ordering, stock control and kitchen administration
• Strong HACCP knowledge and allergen management
• Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef in day-to-day management of a busy catering operation
• Lead and develop a team of 12 kitchen colleagues
• Prepare, cook and present high-quality meals to specification
• Support large-volume contract catering and hospitality services
• Manage food ordering, deliveries, stock control and stock rotation
• Monitor food costs, reduce waste, and maintain kitchen budgets
• Ensure HACCP procedures and food safety standards are followed
• Maintain Food Hygiene Level 2 standards and ensure compliance across the team
• Liaise with clients to ensure expectations are met and exceeded
• Manage supplier issues and resolve stock or delivery discrepancies
• Raise maintenance call-outs and report equipment faults
• Provide weekend cover and night chef cover when required; flexibility is essential

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership skills

Team development

Food safety & HACCP

Allergen management

Communication skills

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and motivated Sous Chef to join our team in Witney, OX29 0YL. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented chef to play a key leadership role within a high-volume catering operation, supporting the Head Chef in delivering exceptional food quality, customer service, and operational standards.,

• Supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day management of a busy catering operation
• Leading, motivating, and developing a team of 12 kitchen colleagues
• Preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality meals to specification
• Supporting large-volume contract catering and hospitality services
• Managing food ordering, deliveries, stock control, and stock rotation
• Monitoring food costs, reducing waste, and maintaining kitchen budgets
• Ensuring HACCP procedures and food safety standards are followed at all times
• Maintaining Food Hygiene Level 2 standards and ensuring compliance across the team
• Liaising directly with clients to ensure expectations are met and exceeded
• Managing supplier issues and resolving stock or delivery discrepancies
• Raising maintenance call-outs and reporting equipment faults
• Providing weekend cover and night chef cover when required to support the operation, Flexibility is essential, as occasional weekend working and night chef cover form part of this role.
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the 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 Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey. We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families. For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef in a contract catering or high-volume catering environment
• Ability to adapt to large-scale catering operations
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams
• Experience with food ordering, stock control, and kitchen administration
• Good understanding of HACCP, food safety legislation, and allergen management
• Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification or equivalent
• Experience delivering hospitality catering and events
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Positive attitude and ability to perform in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible approach to working patterns, including occasional weekends and night cover

At Aramark we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at Aramark will help you reach your full potential.

• 37.5 Hours Per Week | Monday to Friday | 7:00am - 3:00pm | 5 Days Out of 7 | £15.00 Per Hour, £15.00 per hour
• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Core hours: 7:00am - 3:00pm
• 5 days out of 7 contract
• Free on-site parking
• Discounted meals whilst on duty
• Catering facilities available on site
• Perkbox employee discounts and rewards
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to our Employee Benefits app, including online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme, discounts, supermarket savings and more
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy additional leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a global organisation
• Supportive and inclusive working environment