Sous Chef

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (5 days over 7, shift pattern TBC) Step into a Key Role with Real Impact - Join Our Culinary Team at Hartpury University Are you a passionate and experienced Sous Chef looking for a new challenge in a dynamic, high-quality kitchen? Aramark UK is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to support our Head Chef in delivering exceptional food at Hartpury University, one of the UK's leading educational institutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your culinary career while enjoying a genuine work-life balance in a full-time permanent role. What You'll Be Doing: Lead daily kitchen operations when the Head Chef is off-site, producing high-quality food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service Manage and support the team to ensure a smooth, efficient kitchen each day Prepare dishes to recipe specifications, maintaining high standards of taste, presentation, and portion control Monitor and minimise food waste, track stock levels, place orders, and maintain
accurate records Receive deliveries and ensure all items are stored correctly following FIFO principles Maintain exceptional hygiene standards and oversee regular deep cleans Ensure all staff are fully trained in their sections and compliant with food safety procedures Support team development and lead by example in a positive and professional environment

At least 2 years' experience as a Sous Chef or experienced Senior CDP in a fast-paced environment A relevant culinary qualification or equivalent hands-on experience Strong organisational skills and the ability to work calmly under pressure A proactive leader who can motivate and manage a team effectively Full UK driving licence and regular access to a vehicle (essential) Eligibility to work in the UK and residency for at least the past 3 years Ability to pass enhanced DBS and full security vetting A successful trade test will be required as part of the interview process

£35,000 per annum

£35,000 salary with excellent work-life balance Free meals on shift and on-site parking Easy access to local transport links Access to our Employee Benefits Platform - including 100s of retail and leisure discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme, and 24/7 online GP access Company benefits including pension contributions, life assurance, and generous holiday allowance (with the option to buy more) Ongoing training and development - including access to apprenticeships and career progression opportunities within Aramark A collaborative, team-focused environment where internal promotion is encouraged