Chef Supervisor
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1022707/155771
- Location: New Mills
- Job type: Full Time - 30 hours per week
- Salary: £13.40 per hour plus Sodexo benefits
- Closing date: 13 April 2026
About the role
- 30 hours per week
- Monday - Friday
- 7:15am till 1:45pm
- £13.40 per hour
- Free onsite parking
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Job Introduction
Sodexo is seeking a skilled and motivated Chef Supervisor to lead and support the delivery of high-quality catering services. In this role, you will oversee the full food lifecycle—from goods receipt and storage through to preparation and service—ensuring exceptional standards, outstanding customer service, and full compliance with food safety, health & safety, and environmental regulations.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced chef looking to achieve a better work-life balance, with a consistent weekday, daytime schedule in a stable, supportive, and professional environment.
What you’ll do:
- Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, hygiene, and cleanliness from delivery through to service.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, and environmental regulations, including accurate completion of all HACCP documentation.
- Lead, supervise, and support the catering team—delegating tasks effectively and fostering a positive, professional working culture.
- Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring all areas are safe, clean, and well-organised at all times.
- Manage ordering, stock control, and stock rotation while minimising waste and supporting cost-efficiency targets.
- Deliver outstanding customer service, responding to requests and resolving any issues promptly while building strong client relationships.
What you bring:
- NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Catering & Hospitality, along with a valid food safety certificate.
- Proven experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment, ideally with supervisory responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of food safety, health & safety, and hygiene standards.
- A passion for delivering high-quality food, with a proactive and safety-first mindset.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, delivering a customer-focused service.
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 offer:
- Mental health & wellbeing support
- Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
- 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
- Discounts for you & family
- Financial tools & retirement plan
- Cycle to Work & Paid Volunteering Day
Join our team as a Chef Supervisor and take pride in delivering exceptional food quality, service standards, and kitchen excellence across the site!
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.
New Mills, United Kingdom, SK22 3HA
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