Afternoon Cook Supervisor

Mitie Group plc.; Woodlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is seeking an experienced Afternoon Cook Supervisor to join our catering team. You will oversee food preparation during the afternoon service, ensure high standards of quality, hygiene, and staff performance, and lead a small kitchen team.

The role requires supervision experience, strong knowledge of food safety, and the ability to coordinate service, manage stocks, and support junior colleagues to maintain smooth operations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Oversee and support staff in afternoon service.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Experience in supervisory or senior kitchen role preferred.
• Knowledge of Level 2/3 Food Hygiene preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation during afternoon service.
• Monitor hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Train and guide junior staff.
• Ensure timely service to customers.
• Lead a team and perform under pressure.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

Stock management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Food hygiene certification Level 2/3

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Afternoon Cook Supervisor to join our catering team. You will be responsible for overseeing food preparation during afternoon service, ensuring high standards of food quality, hygiene, and team performance., Cook, Supervise and support staff during afternoon service

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals in line with menus and dietary requirements
• Ensure all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards are met
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and stock rotation
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment
• Train and guide junior team members where required
• Ensure timely service to customers or service areas
• Previous experience in a supervisory or senior kitchen role
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards (Level 2/3 Food Hygiene preferred)
• Ability to lead a team and work under pressure
• Good communication and organisational skills