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Catering Supervisor (Ada Belfield) (Relief)

Derbyshire County Council

Belper CP

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GBP 40,000 - 60,000

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity as a Relief Catering Supervisor at a leading Residential Home in Belper. Manage kitchen operations including food hygiene and presentation, while ensuring dietary needs are met. Ideal for motivated individuals looking to make a difference in a community-focused environment.

Benefits

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Training and development opportunities
Paid travel expenses
Supportive management and team

Qualifications

  • Comprehensive catering experience required.
  • Experience in supporting specialist dietary requirements essential.
  • Solid knowledge of Health and Safety in kitchen settings.

Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of kitchen operations including health and safety.
  • Coordinate food preparation, cooking, and service.
  • Lead the Catering team to provide high-quality food tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Communication skills
Customer service skills

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 level/NVQ Level II
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Location: Ada Belfield Centre, Derwent Street, Belper

Reference: JOB/25/02106

Salary details: Grade 5 £12.65 - £12.85 per hour plus enhancements if applicable (pay award pending)

Job term: No Guaranteed Hours

Appointment type: Relief

Hours: As and when required

Closing Date: 27 July 2025

Job Opportunity

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to work as a Relief Catering Supervisor at Ada Belfield, a 40-bedded Residential Home for Older Adults with a cafeteria serving 30+ covers open to the public.

The post holder will be responsible for managing all aspects of this busy kitchen, including health and safety, food hygiene, food preparation, cooking, service, ordering, bookwork, and monitoring and recording.

You should have comprehensive catering experience and good communication skills. The role involves supporting specialist dietary requirements, menu planning, and maintaining portion and cost control, with a focus on presentation and customer service.

Minimum qualifications include City & Guilds 706/1 level/NVQ Level II or relevant experience, a sound knowledge of Health and Safety, and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Excellent communication and customer service skills are essential.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will lead the Catering team to deliver high-quality, freshly prepared food tailored to individual nutritional and dietary needs, promoting the café as a vibrant community resource.

Employee Benefits
  • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 days after 5 years) plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata)
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Paid travel expenses for travel to other sites
  • Smarter travel scheme including cycle to work
  • Supportive management and team
  • In-house occupational services including free eye tests, physiotherapy, and counselling
  • Derbyshire rewards with discounts and cashback

More details about working for the council are available on our reward and recognition page here.

Additional Information

Provisional interview date: 5 August 2025

Due to access to children/vulnerable adults, a DBS check is required. Possession of a criminal record does not necessarily disqualify applicants.

The role may involve unsocial hours, including weekends and bank holidays, with pay arrangements specified in the contract.

Saturday and Sunday hours are paid at standard rates unless between 7pm-7am, where enhanced rates apply. Bank holiday working also attracts enhanced rates.

Join us and start a rewarding career! Benefits include annual leave, pension, and employee discounts. More details are available here.

Additional Notes

Young workers should review rules regarding working hours via the ACAS link provided.

Note: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship license but is not offering sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship. Please include your share code and DOB if applicable.

We value applicants who embody our core values: Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered, and Accountable, which guide our culture and work ethic.

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