Afternoon Kitchen Lead: Quality, Hygiene & Service

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

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.