Chef Supervisor
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1324814/158228
- Location: Colchester
- Job type: Full Time
- Salary: £13.91 per hour
- Closing date: 02 July 2026
About the role
- 40 hours per week
- 5 over 7 days per week
- Shifts are between 06:00 - 22:30 depending on work schedule
- £13.91 per hour
- Free Car parking
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Job Description:
Lead Our Mobile Street Food & Events Catering Operation
Looking for something different from the traditional kitchen environment?
We're looking for a passionate and experienced Chef Supervisor (Supporting Multiple Units) to take the lead in our innovative Airstream catering trailer at Merville Barracks, Colchester, CO2 7UT.
This isn't your typical chef role. You'll be delivering exciting street food concepts, themed dining events and mobile catering experiences across the site, bringing creativity, energy and great food directly to our customers.
From Taco Tuesdays and themed food promotions to special functions and events, no two days are the same. You'll have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills, engage directly with customers and help shape an evolving food offer that stands out from traditional catering operations.
If you're an enthusiastic chef who enjoys variety, autonomy and being part of something different, we'd love to hear from you.
What you’ll do:
As Chef Supervisor (Supporting Multiple Units), you'll take ownership of our mobile catering operation, ensuring excellent food quality, service and compliance standards at all times and help other units when needed.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Operating and managing our Airstream catering trailer
- Preparing, cooking and serving a variety of street food-inspired menus
- Supporting themed catering events and special functions
- Delivering exceptional customer service
- Managing stock levels and ordering requirements
- Maintaining food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards
- Completing required paperwork and operational records
- Supporting additional kitchens and catering units across the site when required
- Working independently while maintaining high operational standards
Why Join Us?
A role with real variety
No two weeks are the same. You'll work across mobile catering, themed events, functions and wider catering operations.
Be part of something innovative
Help deliver a modern street food-style catering concept from our unique Airstream trailer.
Greater ownership and autonomy
We're looking for someone who enjoys taking responsibility, making decisions and working with minimal supervision.
Showcase your creativity
Contribute to exciting food concepts and customer experiences that go beyond traditional catering.
Customer-facing opportunity
Build relationships with customers and see first-hand the impact of the food experiences you create.
Who Will Thrive In This Role?
- Has previous chef experience and relevant culinary qualifications
- Has a genuine passion for food and customer service
- Enjoys street food and modern food concepts
- Likes working in different environments and locations
- Can work confidently on their own initiative
- Is adaptable, resilient and flexible
- Takes pride in delivering consistently high standards
- Enjoys being part of a fast-paced operation
What you bring:
- Previous catering or chef experience
- Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
- Good organisational and communication skills
- Basic IT skills and confidence using computer systems
- Must have catering qualifications such as:
- BSC (Catering), MHCIM, HND
- City & Guilds 706/1 and 2
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Professional Cookery
- Intermediate level food safety certification level 3
Desirable
- Driving licence
What we offer:
- On-the-job training with experienced professionals
- Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
- Career development opportunities within Sodexo
- A friendly and supportive work environment
- Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
- Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
- Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Colchester, United Kingdom, CO2 7UT
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