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Chef Supervisor
Senior Chef / Food Preparation Assistant (Thursday & Friday, 8am–3pm)
Shift Pattern
- Thursday and Friday 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Key Responsibilities
As part of your role, your key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Supporting and handling day-to-day food preparation in the absence of the senior chef, ensuring compliance with site standards and quality expectations.
- Managing the cooking process at the assigned station, ensuring multiple dishes are prepared and delivered efficiently in a timely manner.
- Ensuring strict adherence to safety, hygiene, and proper use of kitchen equipment and utensils on site.
- Notifying senior chefs of low inventory to maintain adequate stock of fresh ingredients and supplies.
- Collaborating with the culinary team to uphold high-quality food and service standards throughout shifts.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Requirements
- Proven experience as a Chef in a contracted catering environment.
- Valid Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality (or equivalent qualification).
- Strong skills in cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and processes, with the ability to multitask efficiently under pressure.
- Proven ability to work well in a team, with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Comprehensive knowledge of safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards, including:
- Legal policies for food handling
- Storage, preparation, and recipe adherence
- Quality control and presentation methods
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Ideal Candidate Preferred Skills
- Ability to lead and manage teams effectively depends on situational handling and problem-solving.
- Customer service experience with a focus on delivering exceptional standards.
- Organisational skills and time management under demanding conditions.
- Confidentiality handling (ensure sensitive information is managed appropriately).
- Competency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
Certifications
- Basic City & Guilds Certification, BTEC, or NVQ (Level 2 or above).
- Level 2 Food Hygiene certification is desirable.
- Compliance with UK Right to Work requirements.
Hiring Criteria
- Demonstrated leadership in managing and motivating teams.
- Understanding of financial operations, including budgeting and cost control.
About OCS UK & Ireland
OCS UK & Ireland is a trusted, award-winning facilities management company, serving over 50,000+ colleagues and exceeding £2bn in turnover. Our areas of expertise include:
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Our mission is to enhance people and environments, rooted in our TRUE Values: → Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment
Why Work for OCS?
✅ Award-Winning Employer – Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies 2025. ✅ Digital Learning – Access the OCS Academy for professional development, with 600+ courses available across the UK. ❤️ Retail Perks – Benefit from discounts, rewards, and wellbeing support via the Hapi app. 📚 Professional Growth – Select opportunities for further education and qualifications. 💰 Flexible Pay Options – Access earned wages early via Wagestream (contract-specific).
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- You are an asset, regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
- Inclusivity and empowerment are our commitments.
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