Catering Supervisor

Blue Arrow; Airdrie; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Scotland is seeking an experienced Catering Supervisor for a hospital role. The position requires strong leadership skills, with responsibilities including supervising the catering team, overseeing food service operations, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Candidates should have prior experience and relevant certifications. Competitive pay and immediate start available.

Benefits

Enhanced pay for weekends

Weekly pay and holiday accrual

Ongoing support and training

Immediate start available

Qualifications

• Experience in catering supervisory role, preferably in healthcare.
• Valid NVG and Food Hygiene Certificate; support available if needed.
• Strong communication and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and motivating the catering team.
• Overseeing daily food service operations.
• Ensuring compliance with food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Managing rotas and staff allocation.
• Supporting stock control and ordering supplies.
• Training and mentoring catering assistants.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strong communication

Team leadership

Flexibility in shift patterns

Education

Valid PVG

Food Hygiene Certificate LVL 2

Job description

Overview

Blue Arrow is recruiting an experienced Catering Supervisor for a busy hospital in the Lanarkshire area. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills and a background in catering or hospitality.

Key Duties

• Supervising and motivating the catering team
• Overseeing daily food service operations
• Ensuring compliance with food hygiene and health & safety standards
• Managing rotas and staff allocation
• Supporting stock control and ordering supplies
• Liaising with hospital departments to meet dietary requirements
• Training and mentoring catering assistants
• Maintaining cleanliness and service quality throughout

Requirements

• Previous experience in a catering supervisory role (ideally in healthcare or similar environment)
• Valid PVG and Food Hygiene Certificate LVL 2 (we can assist with obtaining these)
• Strong communication and team leadership skills
• Flexible to work across a rotating shift pattern, including weekends

What's on Offer

• 14.51 per hour + enhanced pay for Saturdays and Sundays
• Weekly pay and holiday accrual
• Ongoing support from Blue Arrow
• Immediate start (after successful interview and compliance checks)
• Training and certification support provided
• Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people