Catering Supervisor

JR United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in York is seeking a qualified Catering Supervisor to oversee catering services, ensuring compliance with food hygiene standards, team performance, and budget management. This role, term-time only, offers a dynamic environment where excellent service delivery is prioritized.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of food hygiene practices.
• Experience in a similar catering supervisory role.
• Ability to lead teams and manage stock effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise catering services ensuring food hygiene standards.
• Lead and develop the catering team.
• Monitor budgets and manage resources efficiently.

Skills

Food Hygiene Knowledge

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Negotiation

Team Management

Education

Level 2 Catering Qualification (Professional Cookery NVQ Diploma - Level 2 or Hospitality and Catering - Level 2)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

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We are looking for a Catering Supervisor to oversee the delivered services for the function.You will be expected to effectively supervise the departmental team and support the departmental manager in their duties to ensure contractual, statutory and QMS compliance for the facilities management services and to ensure that the services are delivered within budgetary requirements and profitability improved year on year.

Please note this is a term time only role working Monday to Friday 7am 2.30pm.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure excellent food and food service is provided to all customers

Deputise for the Catering Manager as required

Lead and develop teams with a focus on food hygiene training

Ensure team performance is evaluated and addressed through constructive feedback

Ensure accurate completion of time sheets and their delivery within defined deadlines

Manage stock levels, placing orders to meet demand and reduce waste

Submit stock check reports to the Finance Department

Monitor catering budget and ensure cost-effective use of resources

Oversee HACCP monitoring and ensure food hygiene requirements are applied rigorously

In-depth understanding of food hygiene and ensure its requirements are stringently applied

Understanding of dietary and nutritional requirements of patients and to ensure that these are reflected in their food preparation

Develop menus in collaboration with the Catering Manager to ensure variety and appeal

Ensure client and service user orders are collected within the required deadlines and that food service accurately reflects these

Responsible for vending machines and sales where applicable

Ensure that excellent standards of cleanliness and food hygiene are applied throughout

Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, food storage areas, and equipment

Ensure all resources, within your responsibility, are managed cost effectively in line with budget

Regular liaison with other facilities teams and departments, site occupiers and service users

Report any issues immediately that may affect the service user and service of the site

About You:

Previous experience in a similar catering supervisory role is essential, with a deep understanding of food hygiene practices

Level 2 catering qualification (Professional Cookery NVQ Diploma - Level 2 or Hospitality and Catering - Level 2 (City & Guilds)

Familiar with service level agreements and ability to deliver against same

Experience of working to a set menu and within a defined cost-per-head structure

Proficient using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Analytical thinker, able to address problems and issues with a timely and systematic approach

Ability to lead and manage people toward achieving desired goals

Ability to build and maintain effective networks both internally and externally

Knowledge of commercial kitchen management and processes and procedures

Proactive and passionate about food and making a difference

Resilient and adaptable and able to work autonomously and well under pressure

Possess strong leadership, negotiation and communication skills

Ability to manage and resolve conflicting priorities and stakeholder concerns

About Us:

At GFM we pride ourselves on service, innovation and the ongoing relationships we have with our client. We are not simply a facilities management company.

By building lasting relationships with over 100 clients GFM have become one of the countries leading FM companies.

We offer a full spectrum of FM services, including maintenance, cleaning, catering, security, horticulture, environment and energy.

Which can be delivered as a single line or a tailored bundle, but what GFM do best is offer fully integrated bespoke solutions.

Safeguarding Statement:

Grosvenor House Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. As part of our safer recruitment process, all candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks, including reference checks and an enhanced DBS disclosure.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to promoting diversity and equality in the workplace.