Catering Supervisor

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark UK in Edinburgh is seeking a Catering Supervisor to oversee day-to-day catering operations, lead staff, and ensure top quality food safety and customer service. This permanent, on-site role requires professional, client-focused abilities and resilience in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage stock, coordinate orders, and uphold health and safety standards while supporting a dedicated team and maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising catering staff.
• Strong customer service orientation and communication.
• Basic health and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the catering team to deliver high-quality service.
• Maintain excellent client relationships and respond to their needs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene standards.
• Oversee food preparation, portioning, and presentation.
• Monitor team performance and support training and development.
• Manage stock, ordering, and daily operational paperwork.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Health & safety awareness

Job description

At Aramark we empower our people to create experiences that matter.

We share a passion for hospitality, it’s at the foundation of everything we do.Hospitality excellence is brought to life by our people every day.We embrace our responsibility to our people, our communities, and our planet. While the services we provide, and the industries we serve, are extensive, we never waver from our people-first approach.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and organised Catering Supervisor to join our team in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. In this permanent position, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of our catering department, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and customer service. You will lead and support a dedicated team of catering staff, manage resources efficiently, and maintain strict compliance with all health and safety regulations. The successful candidate will be professional, customer-focused, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with enthusiasm and resilience.

Lead and support the catering team to deliver consistent, high-quality service

Maintain excellent client relationships and respond proactively to their needs

Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene standards

Oversee food preparation, portioning, and presentation

Monitor team performance and support training and development

Manage stock, ordering, and daily operational paperwork.

Qualifications

Supervisor or Management experience ideal

A positive attitude is essential. Catering experience is helpful but not required.

Additional Information

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including referencesand an enhanced DBS checkin line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.