Catering Support Manager

Sodexo has over 40 years of experience supporting the defence forces of the UK, the US and France. We support individuals, the community and the environment on base, working with military leaders to enhance the physical and mental wellbeing of personnel across all military services., Based at Merville Barracks in Colchester we are recruiting for a Catering Support Manager to support our teams in the operational running of all catering related matters in our junior ranks, officers' and sergeants' mess as well as our military correctional training centre, personnel recovery centre and sports ground clubhouse.

This is a busy and varied role where you will be working under the Food Services Manager in the catering department. You will develop positive working relationships with military chefs, agency chefs and stakeholders and work to produce innovative dishes and menus and provide interim cover of the head chef position when required.

You will also be responsible for the following:

• Health and Safety (including risk assessments and allergen checks)


• Client relationship management


• Stock Control


• Audits


• Staff training, 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:


• Flexible and dynamic work environment


• Access to ongoing training and development programs


• Support in achieving apprenticeships is available


• Countless opportunities to grow within the company


• Full training provided


• Health and wellbeing incentives


• Reward and Recognition schemes


• Subsidised meals


• Volunteering days


• Cycle to work scheme


• Life Assurance


• Free parking on site


We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

All offers are subject to full security clearance checks

With proven experience as a chef or in catering or hospitality management and a Level 2 NVQ qualification in catering and Level 3 in Food Safety, you will put people and customer service at the heart of everything you do.

You will be keen, enthusiastic, willing to learn and have good organisation, communication and customer service skills as well as high attention to detail.