Sous Chef

Job Description

Are you a passionate and driven Sous Chef ready to step up in a premium, high‑profile environment?

Do you thrive in fast‑paced venues where quality, creativity, teamwork and safety go hand in hand?

Aramark UK is looking for an enthusiastic, quality‑focused Sous Chef to support the leadership of our premium dining operations , delivering exceptional food experiences across à la carte restaurants, private dining, conferences and events .

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a matchday and non‑matchday operation , working closely with the Head Chef to raise standards and push the boundaries of traditional stadia dining.

What's in it for you:

• £38,000 dependant on experience + package
• Generous annual leave that increases 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!)

Key Responsibilities:

• Support food production and operational delivery across all premium dining areas.
• Take ownership of day‑to‑day product quality, ensuring consistently high standards.
• Drive a guest‑focused culture through strong hospitality knowledge and service excellence.
• Ensure full compliance with UK food safety legislation, allergen and calorie procedures, COSHH and due diligence.
• Maintain strict controls over food handling, hygiene, temperature checks, stock rotation and date checks.
• Support menu and recipe setup within procurement systems and assist with operational processes.
• Work closely with the Head Chef to build effective team structures and support training delivery.
• Liaise with logistics teams to ensure efficient, timely movement of produce across site.
• Support development, engagement and training of permanent and variable kitchen teams to Aramark standards.
• Lead by example, embedding health & safety practices and fostering a positive, motivated and resilient kitchen culture

Key Requirements:

• A confident and professional chef with experience in a similar premium or large‑scale hospitality environment.
• Strong communication skills, able to work effectively across front and back of house.
• A genuine passion for food and hospitality, with a creative and quality‑driven mindset.
• Calm, resilient and solutions‑focused under pressure.
• A strong commitment to food safety and hygienic operations.
• Flexible to work evenings and weekends as required.

About Aramark

If you’re looking to make your mark in a high‑profile, high‑energy environment , and you’re excited by the idea of shaping the future of premium stadium dining, we’d love to hear from you.

If you already work for Aramark, please inform your line manager before applying.

At Aramark UK, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are a Disability Confident and Forces Friendly employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout our recruitment process.

For adjustments or queries, contact: [email protected]