Sous Chef

Your Aramark journey starts here

Do you love to create meals that put smiles on faces?

Are you wanting to work in a business who will offer you a great work life balance?

Are you looking for your next challenge and fancy a weekday role, leaving your weekends free?

If the answer is yes, then read on. We are currently recruiting a Sous Chef to join our team working at Wellington Barracks, Westminster, SW1E 9EU

Perks of the job

£14 per hour

Full time – 40 hours per week, 5 days over 7. Shifts ranging between 6am – 6.30pm

No late finishes!

Life insurance and pension contribution

Free on-site parking

Local transport links

Free uniform

Cycle 2 Work scheme / Refer a friend scheme

Love2Shop discounts including discounts on your weekly supermarket shop and lifes luxuries!

Additional staff discount in the companies outlets

You will also be joining a great team, with fabulous career prospect and could lead to all sorts of opportunities – we LOVE to promote from within!

As we are passionate about developing our people from within, great training is provided, we do not look for experience, we need a good attitude and the willingness to learn.

What you'll be doing

Effective and efficient food production in line with recipe sheets

Cooking and prepping food for 500 per day, breakfast/lunch/dinner

Full knowledge of all menu items served

Management of production to ensure minimal wastage

Maintenance of food levels throughout all service periods

Maintenance of food quality and brand standards

Ensuring the maintenance of high hygiene and health and safety standards in line with Aramark requirements and identify any anomalies and incidents

Capturing and recording all volumes consumed and overproduction

Assisting in the compilation of all shift opening and closing checklists

Discussing ideas or improvements with line manager

Act as a trainer/ coach for new team members to learn procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks.

Undertake relevant training as required

In addition to the above, Chefs may occasionally be required to undertake ad hoc back of house and front of house duties in line with business requirements.

Experience

NVQ level 2 culinary qualification or equivalent

Previous culinary experience at CDP or Sous Chef level

Experience working in a busy kitchen

Must be eligible to work in the UK

A great passion for food and service

Flexible approach to hours and duties

About Aramark

Northern Europe - Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

Northern Europe - About Aramark

Aramark is a leading service and solutions provider in Northern Europe. We proudly support clients, partners and customers in food, facilities management, property services, and retail solutions. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you’re pursuing — a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work — our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Aramark Northern Europe is an equal opportunities employer.