Catering Supervisor AA

NHS Scotland; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Dunfermline is seeking two part-time Catering Supervisors for 17 hours per week each at Queen Margaret Hospital. The roles involve supervising staff, ensuring food safety, and delivering quality meals to patients and staff. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience in catering, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of food hygiene standards. Competitive NHS salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive NHS salary

Access to NHS pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Weekend enhanced pay rates

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering supervisory role, preferably in healthcare.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise catering staff during shifts.
• Ensure food hygiene compliance.
• Monitor food preparation quality.
• Assist with stock control and documentation.
• Liaise with clinical staff for patient dietary needs.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of food hygiene

Teamwork

Microsoft packages

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Are you passionate about delivering high-quality catering services in a healthcare setting? NHS Fife is seeking two enthusiastic and experienced Catering Supervisors to join our team at Queen Margaret Hospital. These roles are vital in ensuring our patients, staff, and visitors receive nutritious meals in a safe and welcoming environment.

About The Roles

We are recruiting for two part-time Band 3 Catering Supervisor positions, each working 17 hours per week:

• Day Shift Supervisor responsible for overseeing catering operations during daytime hours.
• Back Shift Supervisor responsible for managing evening catering services.

Both roles involve supervising catering assistants, ensuring food safety standards are met, and supporting the delivery of high-quality meals in line with NHS policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support catering staff during allocated shifts.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and health & safety regulations.
• Monitor food preparation and service to maintain quality standards.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and kitchen documentation.
• Liaise with clinical staff to meet patient dietary needs.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a catering supervisory role (preferably in healthcare or similar).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards (Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate desirable).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Use of Microsoft packages.

Benefits

• Competitive NHS salary (Band 3) inc weekend enhancements.
• Access to NHS pension scheme.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Supportive working environment.
• Weekend enhanced rates of pay.

Informal Enquiries: Saffron Moir 01383 623612 ext 25916

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Please note as this a part time post salary is pro rata.

NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.

We offer flexible working and family‑friendly policies and fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long‑term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.