Chef Supervisor

Manchester Arndale; Wesham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent facilities management company in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated individual for a role in evening food preparation. The successful candidate will manage cooking processes, ensure hygiene standards, and support senior chefs. Previous experience in contract catering and strong leadership skills are essential. This position offers a fixed term contract until May 2026 and a supportive work environment focused on team empowerment and personal growth.

Benefits

Access to earned wages before payday

Opportunities for career advancement

Inclusive workspace

Employee discounts through the Hapi app

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within the Contract Catering industry is required.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety is a must.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day food preparation and duties assigned by senior chefs.
• Manage the cooking process at your specific station of several dishes.
• Ensure safety, hygiene, and correct use of departmental utensils.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Relevant qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

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.

About The Role:

Shift Pattern: 5 evenings per week, 6.00pm - 11.30pm

Please note: This role is a fixed term contract until May 2026

Key responsibilities:

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• In the absence of the senior chef, candidates will support and handle day‑to‑day food preparation and duties assigned by senior chefs to meet the site’s standards and quality
• You will need to be able to manage the cooking process at your 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 always
• 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

What are we looking for?

• 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 a must
• 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

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• 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

Hiring Criteria

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

Why join OCS?

✅ OCS are ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For in 2025, reflecting our dedication to building a supportive workplace where our colleagues feel valued and motivated.

🚀 We believe in investing in our colleague’s futures. The OCS Academy provides a range of digital courses and resources that will allow you to grow your personal skills and advance your career.

🙂 With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.

🌟 Our values are Trust, Respect, Unity and Empowerment – they’re TRUE. Guided by these values and principles, we’re on a mission to make people and places the best they can be, this includes our TRUE start Awards.

📝 We now have over 600 live apprenticeships in the UK & Ireland — with a target of 1,000. That means more growth, more careers, more opportunity, allowing our employees to empower themselves with further development and qualifications!

💰 Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (eligibility for this benefit can be discussed at interview as this benefit is specific to business contracts)

How to Apply:

Equal Opportunities

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.

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