Chef Supervisor

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A food service company is seeking a Chef Supervisor in the UK. The role involves overseeing daily operations, managing team performance, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, has strong interpersonal skills, and can work under pressure. The company offers extensive benefits including mental health support, a pension plan, and career development opportunities. This position will provide a rewarding opportunity to lead a dedicated team and deliver exceptional service.

Benefits

Mental health support

Employee Assistance Program

24-hour virtual GP Service

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Mercer Aspire Pension Plan

Bike to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with the ability to set and achieve standards.
• Works effectively as part of a team.
• Strong communication with customers, clients, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Lead and develop the team through performance and training.
• Build client relationships and support business growth initiatives.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong interpersonal skills

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Sunday to Thursday £13.20 per hour
37.5 hours per week Sunday 07:00am till 11:00am Monday

• the destination you should input isCH52QP Job Introduction Join Sodexo as a Chef Supervisor and play a key role in delivering a fresh, modern food service that delights our clients every day.

In this dynamic role, you’ll help drive innovation in our offer while confidently managing competing priorities, even during busy periods or when resources are stretched.

Building strong customer relationships will be at the heart of what you do, alongside a commitment to ongoing training and adherence to all client house rules.

If you’re passionate about great food, excellent service, and leading by example, we’d love to hear from you.

What you'll do:

Oversee daily operations by planning, scheduling, and delivering all planned, reactive, and statutory activities on time while ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety, SLAs, KPIs, and ISO standards.

Lead, motivate, and develop the team

• managing performance, recruitment, training, succession planning, HR processes, staff meetings, and communication.

Maintain accurate records, support financial performance, assist the Unit/Soft Services Manager, and contribute to commercial targets and continuous improvement initiatives (including 5S and LEAN). Build strong client relationships by understanding business needs, escalating issues appropriately, supporting other sites when required, and identifying opportunities for service or business growth.

Ensure a consistently high standard of service delivery and workplace safety through effective supervision, adherence to procedures, and active participation in Sodexo initiatives and activities.

What you'll bring:

Self‑motivated with the ability to set and achieve standards, operate to performance criteria, and work well under pressure.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook; literate and numerate.

Works effectively as part of a team and confident in issuing simple instructions.

Strong interpersonal skills; communicates effectively with customers, clients, and colleagues.

Well‑organised with excellent time management.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards, and benefits for our colleagues and their families: Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and well‑being support. An Employee Assistance Program to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice and support with work‑related issues or personal issues such as bereavement. Access to a 24‑hour virtual GP Service The Sodexo Discounts Scheme offers great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family). Save for your future by becoming a member of the Mercer Aspire Pension Plan. Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their careers at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools. Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.

Readyto be part of something greater?

Apply today and start your journey withSodexo

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