Catering Supervisor (Longmoor Primary School)

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational catering service in the UK is seeking a Catering Supervisor to lead its kitchen team at Longmore Primary School. The role involves day-to-day management of food preparation, service, and administrative tasks, ensuring high hygiene and safety standards while creating a positive atmosphere for pupils. Candidates ideally hold a Level 2 NVQ in Catering and Hospitality, have knowledge of health and safety regulations, and possess a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering management in a school environment is preferred.
• Must have a sound understanding of food hygiene regulations.
• Friendly and professional demeanor appropriate for a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations including food preparation.
• Manage food service and administrative tasks.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership in kitchen management

Food hygiene standards

Health & Safety regulations

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2

Job description

Closing date: 21 December 2025

Join an Award-Winning Team with Derbyshire Catering Service

An exciting opportunity has arisen to become part of our award-winning Derbyshire Catering Service. We are seeking an experienced catering professional to lead our kitchen team at Longmore Primary School.

As Catering Supervisor, you will oversee the day-to-day management of the kitchen, including food preparation, cooking, service, and administrative tasks using a digital management system. Ensuring the highest standards of food hygiene and health & safety is essential, as the wellbeing of our customers is our top priority.

We aim to create positive lunchtime experiences for pupils, so a friendly and professional attitude suited to a school environment is a must.

Qualifications & Experience

• Ideally hold NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality or equivalent experience.
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety regulations.
• Possess Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2.

Starting salary within the grade is negotiable, depending on current salary, experience, and qualifications.