Chef Manager

Sodexo; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a global leader in Quality of Life Services as a Chef Manager aboard the BW Catcher FPSO in the North Sea. In this dual role, you'll provide high-quality catering while leading a team to maintain safety and hygiene. Successful candidates will possess strong culinary skills and mandatory offshore certifications. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for career development within a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Benefits

Access to wellbeing support

24/7 Virtual GP service

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Pension Plan membership

Career development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Enhanced benefits and leave policies

Qualifications

• Must have strong culinary expertise and leadership skills.
• Proven track record in catering operations.
• Mandatory offshore certifications like BOSIET and MIST required.

Responsibilities

• Lead food preparation and ensure timely meal delivery.
• Supervise catering staff and maintain food safety standards.
• Promote and uphold safety procedures and culture.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2

NVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation

Five SCOTVEC Catering Modules with experience

IOSH Managing Safely certification

Food Hygiene and Safety qualifications

Tools

Catering equipment

Job description

Chef Manager/Chef - BW Catcher FPSO (North Sea)

Location: North Sea - Mobilisation from Aberdeen
Rotation: 2 weeks on / 3 weeks off (12-hour shifts)
Salary: £60,979.60 per annum

The Role

Join Sodexo as a Chef Manager aboard the BW Catcher FPSO in the North Sea, where you'll take on a dual role - one week as a Chef and one week as a Chef Manager. You'll lead by example in the galley, ensuring our catering operations deliver safe, high-quality meals and excellent service for all personnel onboard. This position demands strong culinary expertise, proven leadership, and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications and Experience

You should hold one of the following:

• City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2, or

• NVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation, or

• Five SCOTVEC Catering Modules plus two years' catering management experience and a Basic Food Hygiene and Safety Certificate, or

• Three years' industry-related experience and two years in catering (offshore or onshore).

Mandatory offshore certifications:

• BOSIET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training)

• MIST (Minimum Industry Safety Training)

• Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) Medical Certificate

• First Aid Certificate

• Willingness to complete Norwegian Escape Chute Training

Desirable:

• Health & Hygiene Certificate

• Offshore experience (preferred but not essential)

• A positive attitude, attention to detail, and commitment to teamwork

Key Responsibilities

Catering and Service

• Deliver all meals on time to company and client standards.

• Prepare, cook, and present food to agreed specifications and portion levels.

• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and cleaning standards in line with the Food Safety Act.

• Manage stock rotation and control costs to meet budget targets.

• Investigate and resolve customer feedback promptly.

• Assist with menu planning, stock management, and galley cleaning rotas.

Leadership and Team Management

• Supervise, guide, and support galley stewards and catering staff.

• Ensure all team members adhere to health, safety, and hygiene requirements.

• Plan and coordinate daily work to maintain service quality and efficiency.

• Monitor conduct, performance, and training needs of catering staff.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Promote and uphold Sodexo and client safety procedures and culture.

• Attend HSE meetings and training as required.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant HSE legislation and company standards.

• Report all incidents, near-misses, and non-conformances promptly.

• Lead by example in maintaining a proactive safety culture.

Equipment and Stock Management

• Ensure catering equipment is operated safely and maintained properly.

• Adhere to COSHH regulations for cleaning materials and chemicals.

• Oversee deliveries, stocktaking, and consumables usage.

• Maintain accurate records for stock rotation, maintenance, and waste management.

Decision-Making and Communication

• Identify personal and team training needs.

• Report faults or issues to the relevant supervisor promptly.

• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.

• Encourage feedback and participate in service improvement initiatives.

• Represent Sodexo professionally and uphold company reputation.

Hygiene, Health and Safety

• Must hold (or obtain within three years of company induction) IOSH Managing Safely certification.

• Must hold one of the following Food Hygiene and Safety qualifications:

  • Royal Institute of Public Health and Hygiene (RIPHH) Certificate, or

  • Royal Environmental Health Institute for Scotland (REHIS) Intermediate Certificate, or

  • Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) UK Certificate.

Why Join Sodexo?

Working with Sodexo means being part of something greater - a team that values who you are and empowers you to make a difference every day.

We offer:

• Access to wellbeing and mental health support resources

• 24/7 Virtual GP service

• Sodexo Discounts Scheme - savings from top brands

• Membership of our Pension Plan

• Learning and career development opportunities

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Enhanced benefits and leave policies across the UK & Ireland

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone - to build a better life for all. Operating in 55 countries and serving over 100 million people daily, we are the global leader in Quality of Life Services.

We're proud to be an inclusive, Disability Confident Leader and Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage participation in our Employee Networks, including Pride, Parents & Carers, Disability & Ability, SoTogether, Generations, and Origins.

Ready to Be Part of Something Greater?

Apply now to join our offshore team and take the next step in your Sodexo career.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if a high volume of applications is received.