Catering Operations Lead — School Dining

Wshgroup; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking a Catering Supervisor to support the General Manager in day-to-day operations across school catering, ensuring high standards of food and service.

You will lead catering teams, supervise stock and supplier relationships, and uphold health and safety policies, with DBS and right to work in the UK considerations.

Experience in education or contract catering is advantageous; role requires a proactive leader with excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in catering or hospitality.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations and customer service.
• Experience managing a team and staff development.
• Knowledge of health & safety, food safety and compliance.
• Proactive, can-do attitude with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in overseeing day-to-day catering operations, ensuring a high-quality and consistent service.
• Lead by example in delivering excellent food standards and customer experience.
• Supervise and motivate catering teams to perform efficiently and with pride.
• Help manage stock, ordering, and supplier relationships in line with budgetary targets.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance with all relevant policies.
• Assist in planning and executing hospitality events and term-time functions.
• Deputise in the absence of the General Manager, taking ownership of operations and client communications.
• Accountability for following and championing allergen controls.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Food service knowledge

Team management

Health & safety knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education/contract catering experience

Job description

Holroyd Howe is seeking a Catering Supervisor to support the General Manager in day-to-day operations across school catering, ensuring high standards of food and service.

You will lead catering teams, supervise stock and supplier relationships, and uphold health and safety policies, with DBS and right to work in the UK considerations.

Experience in education or contract catering is advantageous; role requires a proactive leader with excellent interpersonal skills.