40 hours per week5 over 7 days per week£13.50 per hourFree Car parkingCheck your local transport links here:Plan Your Journey | Traveline- the destination you should input is Colchester, CO2 7UTJob Description:Are you an experienced catering professional ready to step up and make a real impact? Sodexo is seeking a Floating Chef Supervisor to join our dynamic team at Merville Barracks, Colchester, CO2 7UT, providing high-quality catering support across multiple onsite locations. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a varied, fast-paced role where no two days are the same perfect for someone who thrives on responsibility, teamwork, and delivering exceptional service.What you'll do:As a Floating Chef Supervisor, you will play a key role in the operational delivery of our catering services. Your responsibilities will include:Overseeing shifts and supporting ICRL catering leads to ensure services meet required standardsMotivating and supervising chefs, helping drive training and development across the teamDeputising for Head Chefs during short or long-term absencesChampioning Sodexo's values and Collaborative Business Relationship principles (BS11000)Maintaining strong client and customer relationships and representing Sodexo professionally at all timesEnsuring compliance with food safety, health & safety and Sodexo's SMS standardsManaging recipe systems, menu planning and food consumption to support quality and cost-efficiencyOverseeing correct food cooking, storage, temperature monitoring and waste preventionEnsuring high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, safety and resource careSupporting catering operations across the site including food preparation, cooking and presentationHandling any performance or service concerns in a timely, proactive mannerCarrying out any reasonable tasks directed by managementWhat you bring:Previous experience in a catering operational roleStrong communication skills—both written and verbalAbility to work independently and collaboratively within a teamExcellent attention to detail and commitment to high standardsSolid understanding of Health & Safety and Food Safety requirementsConfident IT user—competent with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Relevant catering qualifications such as:BSC (Catering), MHCIM, HNDCity & Guilds 706/1 and 2NVQ Level 2 or 3Intermediate level food safety certificationDesirableExperience working within a military environmentWhat we offer:On-the-job training with experienced professionalsFully funded apprenticeship qualificationsCareer development opportunities within SodexoA friendly and supportive work environmentWellbeing 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.