Catering Supervisor

Eurest; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Eurest is looking for an experienced Catering Supervisor based in Pontefract, UK, to manage catering operations on a part-time basis, contracted to 26.25 hours per week. The ideal candidate has a passion for great food and exceptional customer service, along with at least two years of catering experience and a Basic Food Hygiene certificate.

You will supervise culinary teams, ensure high food standards, and maintain compliance with Health & Safety regulations while fostering a positive brand image. This role supports career progression in a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to the highest standards.
• Supervise culinary and catering teams.
• Monitor KPIs and targets with line manager.
• Maintain a positive brand image.
• Liaise between customers and culinary teams.
• Support and train teams.
• Implement Health & Safety standards compliance.

Skills

Catering experience

Team management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

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 part‑time basis, contracted to 26.25 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.

Shift pattern: 4 on/4 off.

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.

Ideal candidate

• 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.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!