Catering Supervisor 1 - Denby C of E First School

Kirklees Council; Upper Denby; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Kirklees Council is recruiting for a Catering Supervisor at Denby CE First School, part of Green Hills Federation. The role runs 27.5 hours per week during term time plus 2 days, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 1:30pm, at Goose Green, Upper Denby, Huddersfield.

You will plan menus, order supplies, and oversee day-to-day running of the school kitchen, preparing a nutritious two-course lunch for pupils and staff. Experience in cooking and food hygiene is essential; training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience planning, preparing, cooking and serving a two-course lunch.
• Ability to plan menus and order kitchen supplies within budget.
• Knowledge of food hygiene, allergens and safe handling.
• Good organisational skills and ability to work independently.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training including safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare a nutritious two-course lunch to a good standard and on time.
• Plan menus and order food within authorised procedures.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleaning and kitchen safety.
• Keep accurate records of food temperatures, deliveries and stock.
• Manage time effectively and respond to changing meal numbers.
• Support pupils, staff and visitors in a friendly manner.

Skills

Planning

Cooking

Food hygiene

Organisation

Allergens awareness

Education

Food hygiene certification

Job description

Hours

27.5 hours per week- 8:00am – 1:30pm Monday to Friday. Term time only plus 2 days

Organisation

Schools

Directorate

Primary Schools

Service Area

Denby CE (VA) First School

Hours

27.5 hours per week- 8:00am – 1:30pm Monday to Friday. Term time only plus 2 days

Number of Jobs

1

Location(s)

Goose Green, Upper Denby, Huddersfield, HD8

Position type

Permanent

Grade

5

Salary

£16,846 - £17,114

Advert Wording

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.

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 30th October 2026.

Closing date

30 October 2026, 12:00 PM