Cook Supervisor

About the Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award‑winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering. Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values – Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Key responsibilities:

• In the absence of the senior chef, support and handle day‑to‑day food preparation and duties assigned by senior chefs to meet the site’s standards and quality.
• Manage cooking process at the assigned station of multiple dishes, ensuring food is delivered in a timely manner.
• Maintain safety, hygiene and correct use of department utensils and equipment on site.
• Notify senior chefs of inventory shortages to keep kitchen stocked with fresh ingredients and catering necessities.
• Work with the culinary team to maintain high‑quality food and service throughout the shift.

• Previous experience in a similar role within the Contract Catering industry.
• Relevant qualifications and knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety.
• Proven track record supervising a team and leadership skills.
• High standards in organisational and managerial areas.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

• Right to work in the UK.
• Effective team leadership and management ability.
• Ability to handle different situations and find practical solutions.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication.
• Time‑management and organisational abilities.
• Handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Competency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Level 2 food hygiene certificate is an advantage.

• Leadership and team management effectiveness.
• Understanding of financial management, budgeting, and cost control.

Night shifts – Monday to Wednesday, 23:00 – 06:00.

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

If you are interested in the role and believe you have the required experience, click ‘Apply’.