Catering Supervisor, Industrial Kitchen Leader

Ministry of Justice; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Civil Service benefits

Pension scheme

Apprenticeships (earn while you learn)

Job summary

The Ministry of Justice is hiring for a 37-hour-per-week catering role in a professional prison kitchen. You will oversee offenders, ensuring nutritious meals meet quality and safety standards while supporting learners to gain new qualifications.

This role includes a 20% unsocial hours supplement and a Band 3 salary (£34,928–£36,778 with 20% allowance). Experience in food production and hygiene is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current health, safety and hygiene regulations in a kitchen
• Ability to work in an industrial kitchen environment
• English language competence for clear communication

Responsibilities

• Oversee offenders in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for the prison
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and hygiene standards
• Contribute to training and development to help offenders gain qualifications

Skills

English fluency

Health & safety awareness

Education

Level 2 certificate in food production

Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

The Ministry of Justice is hiring for a 37-hour-per-week catering role in a professional prison kitchen. You will oversee offenders, ensuring nutritious meals meet quality and safety standards while supporting learners to gain new qualifications.

This role includes a 20% unsocial hours supplement and a Band 3 salary (£34,928–£36,778 with 20% allowance). Experience in food production and hygiene is essential.