Catering Supervisor

SMART Education Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency in Birmingham seeks a Catering Supervisor to lead catering operations in a school. Responsibilities include managing a small team, ensuring food safety, and providing nutritious meals to students. Ideal candidates will have experience in catering and a Level 3 Food Safety qualification. This role offers a term-time only schedule, balanced work-life arrangement, and the opportunity to make a positive impact in a school environment.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Term-time only role

Proactive school team

Support throughout placement

Qualifications

• Proven experience in large-scale catering operations.
• Up-to-date Food Allergy Awareness certificate (must include Natasha s Law).
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation, cooking, and service across the school day.
• Supervise a small team, ensuring high standards and a positive kitchen culture.
• Ensure hygiene, food safety, and allergen compliance across operations.

Skills

Large-scale catering operations

Food Safety Supervising

Allergen management

Team management

Basic ICT skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Supervising Food Safety in Catering

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Catering Supervisor
Pay Rate: £15.28 per hour
Location: Kings Norton
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, term-time only (Monday to Friday, 7.15am – 2.15pm)

Smart Education is currently recruiting for a Catering Supervisor to join a specialist educational provision in Kings Norton. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and experienced catering professional to lead a school kitchen and contribute meaningfully to the health and wellbeing of students.

This rewarding role offers the chance to manage catering operations in a nurturing, SEN school environment, supporting vulnerable young people through nutritious meals and a welcoming dining experience.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Term-time only role enjoy work/life balance
• Join a proactive and friendly school team
• Make a lasting difference through food and wellbeing
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Requirements

• Proven experience in large-scale catering operations
• Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Supervising Food Safety in Catering
• Up-to-date Food Allergy Awareness certificate (must include Natasha s Law)
• Strong knowledge of allergen management and food labelling legislation
• Ability to manage a small team with positivity and efficiency
• Basic ICT skills (e.g., Word, email, internet navigation)
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education

Role Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation, cooking, and service across the school day
• Supervise a small team, ensuring high standards and a positive kitchen culture
• Ensure hygiene, food safety, and allergen compliance across operations
• Manage resources efficiently to deliver quality meals cost-effectively
• Communicate clearly with staff and students about dietary needs and food content
• Coordinate health and safety within the catering environment
• Support the wider school vision of nurturing, supporting, and empowering students

This role is ideal for a motivated, reliable individual with a passion for food and the drive to create a positive impact in a specialist school setting.

About Smart Education

Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years agency, recruiting for both permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND professionals, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

If you are ready to lead a catering team and contribute to the daily experience of students in a meaningful way, apply today and join Smart Education in supporting brighter futures.