Sous Chef

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Salary: £28,842 per year / £14.74 per hour

Hours:
Full-time, 37.5 hours/week

Shifts:
Early (06:00–14:00) & Late (12:00–20:00)

Aramark UK is hiring a Sous Chef to support our culinary team at Elizabeth Barracks. You’ll lead kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef, helping to produce up to 1,000 meals per shift. If you’re organised, thrive under pressure, and passionate about food, this could be your next step.

Discounted meals on shift.

Free on-site parking.

Access to Employee Benefits app (online GP, discounts on groceries, entertainment & more).

Generous holiday allowance + option to buy more.

Life assurance & pension contributions.

Apprenticeship schemes & ongoing training

• Lead kitchen operations when the Head Chef is away.
• Prepare meals to recipe specifications and allergen guidelines.
• Manage food production, stock levels, and minimise waste.
• Receive and store deliveries using FIFO method.
• Maintain hygiene standards through deep cleans and staff training.

• UK residency for the past 3 years.
• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Ability to pass full security vetting & DBS checks.
• Relevant culinary qualification + 2 years’ experience as Sous Chef or Senior CDP.
• Willingness to complete a trade test during the interview process.

Apply now and show us the value you’ll bring!

Job Reference: 609599.

All applications are treated in strict confidence.

Internal applicants:
Please inform your line manager before applying.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident and Forces Friendly employer, holding the ERS Gold Award. We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and supporting all employees to reach their full potential.

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