Catering Lead - Outdoor Centre (Annualised Hours)

Essex County Council; Danbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex Outdoors is seeking a Catering Lead to oversee catering across one or more centres, ensuring high‑quality food service and strict compliance with food safety standards. You will lead catering teams, manage stock, and optimise menus within budget while delivering excellent customer experiences.

The role is based at our Danbury centre in Essex, with annualised hours and potential longer summer hours. A Basic Food Hygiene and First Aid at Work certificates are required, plus proven

Qualifications

• Experience supervising catering teams.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Basic Food Hygiene and First Aid at Work certificates required.

Responsibilities

• Create menu plans considering dietary requirements and budget.
• Plan staff schedules and supervise catering staff at the centre.
• Maintain communication with main office, customers and support team to ensure high levels of customer care.
• Prepare and serve meals in accordance with food safety regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Stock management

Communication

Job description

Essex Outdoors is seeking a Catering Lead to oversee catering across one or more centres, ensuring high‑quality food service and strict compliance with food safety standards. You will lead catering teams, manage stock, and optimise menus within budget while delivering excellent customer experiences.

The role is based at our Danbury centre in Essex, with annualised hours and potential longer summer hours. A Basic Food Hygiene and First Aid at Work certificates are required, plus proven