Night Kitchen Supervisor: Lead Food Prep & Quality

OCS Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

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Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a chef for a night shift to support and lead the culinary team in a contract catering environment. You will manage food preparation at your station, ensure safety and hygiene, and supervise day-to-day kitchen operations.

The role requires leadership skills, experience in kitchen supervision, and a strong commitment to quality and customer service. Right to work in the UK is essential, with a focus on delivering consistent, high-standard meals across shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract catering is required.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety is a must.
• Demonstrated leadership and team supervision abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day food preparation in the absence of senior chefs.
• Manage cooking processes at your station to ensure timely delivery.
• Ensure safety, hygiene and proper use of equipment on site at all times.
• Notify senior chefs when inventory is running low to maintain stock.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to maintain high-quality food and service.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Customer service

Communication

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a chef for a night shift to support and lead the culinary team in a contract catering environment. You will manage food preparation at your station, ensure safety and hygiene, and supervise day-to-day kitchen operations.

The role requires leadership skills, experience in kitchen supervision, and a strong commitment to quality and customer service. Right to work in the UK is essential, with a focus on delivering consistent, high-standard meals across shifts.