Catering Supervisor

KING EDWARD VI SCHOOL; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Lichfield is seeking a Caterings Supervisor to oversee school meal services. The role involves assisting in meal planning, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and supervising a small team. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and creativity, with prior experience in a school kitchen being desirable. This position offers working hours from 7:30 am to 2:00 pm during term time, with opportunities for extra hours during school events.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in planning and operation of school meals.
• Experience in menu options and advising on healthy eating.
• Knowledge of stock control and returning records on time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production and service of school meals.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Hygiene Regulations.
• Deliver a quality service that meets school standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Creativity

Initiative

Job description

We are looking to appoint a self-motivated, organised and committed Catering Supervisor with good communication skills to join our friendly, experienced team. You would work under the overall direction of the Catering Manager but would also need to be able to inspire and supervise a small team. Our ideal candidate is someone who is creative and able to use initiative. Your skills in working with colleagues and young people are as important as previous catering experience. Working hours are 7:30am - 14:00pm term time, although there is scope to work additional hours at school events.

• You must be able to assist in the planning, operation and control, of the production and service of school meals.
• Be able to assist with menu options and advise on healthy eating and nutrition.
• Assist with the ordering of all food and other commodities required from designated suppliers.
• Support in the operation of control stocks, stock records and ensure correct completion and submission of all appropriate returns and records to the deadline dates identified.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements relevant to the service, with particular regard to Health & Safety, Hygiene Regulations and control of food allergens.
• Be responsible for delivering a good quality service that meets the required standards and the needs of the school.
• Wash and clear utensils and kitchen equipment, including machinery and clean kitchen premises as required.
• Support and assist in the preparation required for any special functions organised by the school.
  Previous experience of working in a busy school kitchen is desirable.