Chef Supervisor

About The Company:

OC S 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
.

About The Role: Shift Pattern: 5 evenings per week, 6.00pm - 11.30pm. This role is a fixed term contract until May 2026.

• 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 standards and quality.
• Manage the cooking process at the specific station of several dishes, ensuring that the food is delivered in a timely manner.
• Be responsible for safety, hygiene, and correct use of department utensils and equipment on site at all times.
• Notify Senior Chefs of inventory when running low by ensuring that the kitchen remains adequately stocked with fresh ingredients and catering necessities.
• Work with the rest of the culinary team to ensure high-quality food and service is maintained throughout the shift.

• Previous experience in a similar role within the Contract Catering industry is required.
• Hold relevant qualifications, have knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety is essential.
• A proven track record in supervising a team and leadership is crucial.
• Demonstrate high standards and be well organised in all areas of management.
• Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills are essential.

• Must have the Right to Work in the UK.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
• Ability to handle different situations and find practical solutions.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Good time-management and organisational abilities.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Competent with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
• While not always mandatory, having a food hygiene certificate (Level
  2) is advantageous.

• Demonstrate the ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
• Have an understanding of financial management, budgeting, and cost control.

• OCS is ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For in 2025, reflecting dedication to a supportive workplace.
• OCS Academy provides digital courses and resources to grow skills and career.
• The Hapi app offers access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.
• Our TRUE values – Trust, Respect, Unity and Empowerment – guide our approach and development opportunities.
• We offer a growing number of live apprenticeships and development opportunities.
• Wagestream option to access earned wages before payday (eligibility discussed at interview).

How To Apply: If you are interested in the role and believe you have the required experience, please click ‘Apply’ or sign up to job alerts on our Careers page to be notified about other opportunities.

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

• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industries:
  Facilities Services, Hospitality, and Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting

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