Chef Supervisor in Abingdon

• 35 hours per week
• 5 Days out of 7
• £15.73 per hour

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Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Chef Supervisor to join our catering team at Dalton Barracks, OX13 6JB, delivering exceptional services to our client organisation across multiple onsite locations. You will play a key role in supervising kitchen operations, motivating the team, ensuring high standards, and stepping in for the Head Chef when required.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, professional environment where quality, teamwork, and client satisfaction are at the heart of everything we do.

What you\’ll do

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring services meet client specifications across multiple locations.
• Motivate, supervise, and support chefs, assisting with training and development programmes.
• Deputise for the Head Chef during periods of absence, making operational decisions to maintain service delivery.
• Ensure correct cooking, disposal, and storage of food in line with company standards and legislation.
• Monitor and record fridge, freezer, hot cabinet, and servery temperatures as per the Sodexo Safety Management System (SMS).
• Guarantee all foods are served and held at required temperatures, with checks accurately probed and recorded.
• Manage ingredient usage in line with recipe cards, exercising cost control and minimising waste.
• Operate and maintain the DRIVE system, ensuring menus and recipes are followed.
• Uphold cleanliness, hygiene, and PPE standards at all times.
• Maintain effective communication with the catering team, management, and the client organisation.
• Lead handover procedures and ensure opening and closing processes are fully completed.
• Attend briefings, meetings, and performance reviews to ensure team and personal objectives are met.
• Maintain strong client and customer relationships, handling feedback professionally and promptly.
• Care for and monitor the correct use of equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Report near‑miss incidents, accidents, and faulty equipment to management in a timely manner.
• Provide catering support services across the site, including preparation, cooking, presentation, storage, and waste disposal.
• Ensure all operational areas meet service standards and comply with health and safety regulations.

What you bring

• Proven experience in a catering operational role.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and adherence to standards.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations.
• Competent in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Qualified to one of the following or equivalent: BSC (Catering), MHCIM, HND, City & Guilds 706/1 and 2, NVQ Level 2 & 3, with Level 3 Food Safety certification.

Desirable

• Experience in contract catering.

What we offer

• On‑the‑job training with experienced professionals
• Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
• Career development opportunities within Sodexo
• A friendly and supportive work environment
• Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death‑in‑service benefit.
• Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
• Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.