Canteen Supervisor

Farmfoods; Bristol; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned food retailer in Bristol is seeking a Canteen Supervisor to oversee food preparation and canteen operations. The ideal candidate will supervise staff, manage stock levels, and ensure adherence to health regulations. This full-time position offers competitive pay of £15.71 per hour, with guaranteed hours and overtime opportunities. The role requires effective communication and the ability to work under pressure. Benefits include 6 weeks of annual leave, staff discounts, and life assurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

6 weeks annual leave (pro-rate)

Staff discount

Free life assurance

Qualifications

• Candidates must work well under pressure without supervision.
• Effective communication skills are essential.
• General numeracy and literacy skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all colleagues working in the canteen.
• Order and restock food items as necessary.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure safe storage.
• Maintain a safe working environment and comply with health regulations.
• Coordinate daily operations of the canteen.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Effective communication

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Education

Basic food hygiene qualification

Job description

Overview

We are looking to recruit a Canteen Supervisor who will be responsible for preparing hot & cold food as well as supervising our canteen at our distribution centre in Bristol, Avonmouth. This permanent full‑time position works a variety of shifts between 6am and 6pm (6am–2pm, 8am–4pm, 10am–6pm) any 5 days from 7, including weekends. Pay is £15.71 per hour and you will be guaranteed a minimum of 37.5 hours per week. Overtime is regularly available for those looking to earn more.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all colleagues working in the canteen.
• Order all food items and restock the canteen as necessary.
• Monitor stock to ensure the canteen is not over‑stocked and hazardous materials are safely stored.
• Maintain a safe working environment for all, ensuring all health regulations are complied with.
• Maintain accurate canteen records, filing of ordering, receipt and associated documentation.
• Coordinate the daily operation of the canteen and oversee the preparation of food and counter services.
• Identify stock requirements and place orders with appropriate vendors on a regular basis.
• Participate in regular stocktake, recording and reporting processes.
• Ensure food storage and handling is appropriate, hygienic and in accordance with the standards outlined by health controlling authorities within relevant legislation and regulations.

What we’re looking for

This is a busy canteen, so the ability to work under pressure without supervision is essential. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively and possess general numeracy and literacy skills. A basic food hygiene qualification would be desirable, as would an understanding of workplace health and safety.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 6 weeks annual leave (pro‑rate)
• Staff discount
• Free life assurance

Additional Information

We welcome applications from Army, Navy and Royal Air Force service leavers and veterans. We partner with Hire a Hero to support service leavers with their transition into civilian life.

Farmfoods are a family business with ambition. We pride ourselves on offering our customers great value, quality products from clean and tidy shops with the friendliest team in retail. We aim to offer sensational value to customers on a great range of everyday family‑oriented goods. We back up our sensational value with a focus on delivering an ‘old‑fashioned’, genuine and friendly customer experience.