Catering Supervisor

Part Of Compass Group Uk&i; Chepstow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Chepstow is seeking an experienced Catering Supervisor to oversee all catering and service operations for Defence. You will prepare delicious food, supervise teams, and ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards. This full-time role, contracted for 49 weeks per year, offers a chance to advance your career in a supportive environment that values exceptional customer service. Join a team that believes in celebrating individuality and rewarding excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of catering experience.
• Experienced in managing teams in a similar role.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food to the highest standards.
• Supervise culinary and catering teams for impeccable service.
• Implement and review Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Catering experience

Team management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Passion for customer service

Education

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

We're recruiting an experienced Catering Supervisor who is passionate about exceptional food and world‑class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week. As a Catering Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts. Please note: This role is contracted to 49 weeks per year. Could you shine as Defence's next Catering Supervisor? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Key Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Preparing delicious food to the highest standards
• Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service
• Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations
• Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role
• Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams
• Be passionate about great‑tasting food and exceptional customer service
• Have a minimum of two years of catering experience
• Have experience managing teams in a similar role
• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.