Catering Supervisor 1 - Denby C of E First School

Kirklees Council; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Denby CE First School is seeking a reliable Catering Supervisor to run the school kitchen. You will plan menus, order food, and prepare a nutritious two-course lunch for pupils and staff, while maintaining hygiene, safety and cleanliness standards. The role requires organisational skills, independence and a flexible approach.

Experience in meal preparation and understanding of allergens is desirable. Training in food safety and safeguarding can be discussed with the successful candidate.

Qualifications

• Plan, prepare, cook and serve a two-course lunch to a good standard and on time.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety.
• Keep accurate records and manage kitchen cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus and order food and supplies within budget.
• Prepare, cook and serve meals for pupils and staff.
• Ensure allergen management and safe food handling.

Job description

Denby CE First School is part of the Green Hills First Federation with Farnley Tyas and Thurstonland First Schools.

The Governors of the Federation are looking to appoint a reliable, organised and enthusiastic Catering Supervisor to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the school kitchen at Denby CE First School. The successful candidate will plan menus, order and manage food supplies, and prepare, cook and serve a nutritious two-course lunch for pupils and staff as required. They will maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, food safety and kitchen cleanliness, complete all necessary records, and ensure equipment and facilities are kept safe, clean and well maintained. The role requires good organisational skills, the ability to work independently, and a positive, flexible approach. Candidates should have experience of preparing and cooking meals and an understanding of food hygiene, allergens and safe food handling. Relevant food hygiene training is desirable; training and support can be discussed with the successful candidate.

You will need to:

• Have the ability to plan, prepare, cook and serve a two-course lunch to a good standard and on time.
• Plan menus and order food and kitchen supplies, keeping within authorised procedures and budget.
• Understand the importance of food hygiene, allergen management, special dietary requirements and preventing cross-contamination.
• Keep accurate records, including food temperature checks, cleaning schedules, delivery checks and stock information.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen, including cleaning equipment and reporting any maintenance issues.
• Be able to work independently, manage your time effectively and respond flexibly to changing meal numbers and school needs.
• Be friendly and helpful towards pupils, staff and visitors, and work cooperatively with the wider school team.
• Be willing to undertake relevant training, including food safety, safeguarding and health and safety training.

We can offer you:

The opportunity to work with a passionate and dedicated team of staff with excellent opportunities for personal development. This is also a unique experience to work as part of a forward thinking and developing Federation.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete the appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check where required for the post. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process. Training and support, including safeguarding, will be provided as appropriate. This job profile is intended to provide an understanding of the main responsibilities of the post. It is not possible to specify every detail, and the successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly within their skills, knowledge and experience.