Catering Supervisor

Bilborough College; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Nottingham is seeking a Catering Supervisor to lead a catering team and ensure high-quality meal delivery for students and staff. The ideal candidate has an NVQ in Catering and experience in customer-focused environments. Responsibilities include supervising daily services, maintaining food safety compliance, and assisting with menu planning. A positive role in a supportive team environment awaits enthusiastic candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-focused catering environment.
• Knowledge of allergens and health & safety standards.
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily catering service including meals and snacks.
• Guide and support the catering team to deliver high standards.
• Prepare and serve fresh meals creatively and with variety.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and safety standards.
• Assist with menu planning and budget management.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Knowledge of food hygiene

Customer service skills

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Catering (or equivalent)

Job description

Do you have a passion for great food, excellent customer service, and creating a welcoming dining experience? We're looking for a Catering Supervisor to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals for our students, staff, and visitors.

Working under the guidance of the Chef Manager, you'll lead a team of catering assistants, help plan and prepare menus, and ensure that our catering service is safe, efficient, and customer-focused.

What you'll be doing:

• Supervising the daily catering service, including breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
• Supporting and guiding the catering team to deliver a smooth, high-standard service.
• Preparing, cooking, and serving fresh meals with creativity and variety.
• Ensuring compliance with food hygiene, allergen legislation, and health & safety standards.
• Assisting with menu planning, stock control, ordering, and budget management.

The chance to make a real difference to the student experience, a varied role where you can showcase creativity in food preparation, a supportive team environment with training and development opportunities, and a positive, values-driven workplace where safeguarding and wellbeing are at the heart of what we do.

If you're enthusiastic about food, thrive in a busy environment, and want to lead a team that makes a real impact every day, we'd love to hear from you. We are a Sixth Form College with a diverse student community. We particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within our staff team.

Essential Requirements:

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Catering (or equivalent).
• Knowledge of food hygiene, allergens, and health & safety.
• Experience in a customer-focused catering environment.
• Strong organisational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• A flexible, friendly, and proactive approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people.

Desirable Requirements:

• Supervisory catering experience and experience in an educational or large-scale catering environment.