Catering Supervisor

Eurest UK; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Catering Supervisor to oversee operations and deliver exceptional food experiences. You will manage catering teams, ensure compliance with safety standards, and support staff development. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of experience, a Basic Food Hygiene certificate, and strong communication skills. This full-time role offers an opportunity for career progression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of catering experience required.
• Experience managing teams is necessary.
• Must have excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food to the highest standards.
• Supervise culinary and catering teams.
• Monitor KPIs and maintain communication with line manager.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Exceptional customer service

Team management

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Ambition and motivation

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 Eurest on a full time basis, contracted to 40 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: Other
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Key Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications & Requirements

• 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

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

We’re people‑powered at Eurest. It’s an understatement to say that we’re passionate about what we do, which is why we’re committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us—could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting.