Job Introduction
Offshore Chef – COTA Grade D
Salary: £58, per annum plus Sodexo benefits
Location: BW Catcher Offshore FPSO
Contract Type: Permanent
Rotation: 2 weeks on / 3 weeks off
Essential Qualifications & Requirements
* City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 (or equivalent)
* Food Hygiene Certificate (REHIS) – Mandatory
* Offshore experience required
* Valid offshore certificates: BOSIET, MIST, First Aid
* Minimum two years’ catering experience offshore or onshore
About the Role
As part of the Sodexo Energy & Resources catering team, you will help deliver high-quality meals and maintain a safe, hygienic, and efficient galley on board the BW Catcher FPSO. You’ll work closely with the Head Chef/Chef Manager to ensure all catering standards, safety requirements and client expectations are consistently achieved.
Key Responsibilities
Catering & Food Safety
* Prepare and cook meals to agreed standards and ensure food is served on time.
* Follow all requirements of the Food Safety Act, including accurate temperature control and strict hygiene.
* Manage stock rotation, minimise food waste, and support contract food cost targets.
* Assist with menu planning and ensure safe operation and cleaning of all catering equipment.
Health, Safety & Compliance
* Carry out all duties in line with the Health and Safety at Work Act.
* Report incidents, equipment defects, unfit food, or any irregularities immediately.
* Attend required company and client training courses and support safety initiatives.
Team Leadership & Support
* Provide guidance, monitoring, and training for Galley Stewards.
* Help organise and maintain continuity of work and service delivery.
* Support the Head Chef/Chef Manager with environmental objectives and efficient use of resources.
Equipment & Consumables Management
* Ensure safe and correct use of cleaning materials and chemicals in line with COSHH.
* Assist with deliveries, stock taking, and monitoring stock consumption.
* Maintain and clean equipment, report defects, and recommend replacements when necessary.
Customer Service & Communication
* Investigate and report customer complaints promptly and take corrective action.
* Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues and promote a positive company image.
* Contribute to the production of four meals daily for all personnel on board.
Why Join Sodexo?
Working with Sodexo means being part of a team where you are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow.
Benefits Include:
* 24/7 wellbeing support
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Access to a virtual GP
* Sodexo Discounts Scheme
* Pension plan
* Learning and development opportunities
* Bike to Work scheme
* Enhanced benefits and leave policies
About Sodexo
Sodexo is a global leader in services that improve quality of life, operating in 55 countries and serving over 100 million consumers each day. We are an inclusive, forces-friendly and Disability Confident Leader employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage involvement with our employee networks such as Pride, Parents & Carers, Disability & Ability, Generations, SoTogether and others.
Ready to be part of something greater?
Join us offshore — feed our customers, and we’ll fuel your career.
Sodexo reserves the right to close the advert early if a high volume of applications is received.
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