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Hospitality excellence is brought to life by our people every day. We embrace our responsibility to our people, our communities, and our planet. While the services we provide, and the industries we serve, are extensive, we never waver from our people-first approach.\n Graysons at British Library | 96 Euston Road NW1 2DB\nWe are recruiting a Senior Sous Chef to help run our busy kitchens;\nWe cater for:\n3 public cafes serving main meals, sandwiches, snacks….\nStaff Restaurant: Breakfast & lunch \nMembers’ Room\nEvents for up to 300, dinners, buffets, canapes & bowls, sandwiches lunches\nHours/pay\n40 pw. Mon - Fri working one Saturday out of 3. Some evenings\n£45K pa. During busy periods extra hours are paid as overtime. \nOverview:\nBrigade of 5 chefs, Kitchen Assistant, KPs x 2\nTo support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality food across events and retail outlets, ensuring consistency, creativity, and compliance with food safety standards. The Sous Chef will play a key role in menu development, team leadership, and operational efficiency.\nOperational Duties:\nAssist in the preparation and execution of food for events (corporate, private, public) and retail outlets (cafés, kiosks, pop-ups).\nEnsure food presentation and quality meet Graysons standards.\nMaintain stock levels and assist with ordering and supplier management.\nOversee kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.\nTeam Leadership:\nSupervise and train junior kitchen staff.\nFoster a positive and productive kitchen environment.\nSupport rota planning and shift management.\nCompliance & Safety:\nEnsure adherence to food hygiene, health & safety regulations.\nMaintain accurate records for HACCP and allergen management.\nParticipate in audits.\nMenu Development:\nContribute to seasonal and event-specific menu planning.\nInnovate with food trends and customer preferences.\nSupport cost control and margin improvement through smart sourcing and portion control\nEssential Skills & Experience:\nProven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in events, hospitality, and retail.\nStrong knowledge of food safety and kitchen operations.\nAbility to manage high-volume service and fast-paced environments.\nExcellent communication and leadership skills.\nDesirable Attributes:\nExperience in multi-site or mobile catering operations.\nPassion for food innovation and sustainability.\nFamiliarity with EPOS systems and kitchen management software.\nNVQ Level 2 or 3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent).\nLevel 2 Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate\nBasic DBS clearance required.\nFirst aid at work certificate (desirable)\nYou must be eligible to work full time in the UK\n At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.\nAs 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.\nWe 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.\nFor 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.\nWe 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).\nWe ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team - \nJoin us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.\nAll applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.\nAt Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.\nAs 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.\nWe 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.\nFor 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.\nWe 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).\nWe ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. 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