Catering Supervisor (Peripatetic - Ashbourne and surrounding area)

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

Job summary

A culinary service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Catering professional to fill the role of Peri-Peripatetic Catering Supervisor. You will lead kitchen teams in the Ashbourne area, managing daily operations including food preparation, cooking, and adherence to health and safety regulations. A strong background in catering and relevant qualifications, such as NVQ Level 2, are preferred. The role offers a negotiable starting salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel is essential for this role.
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety regulations.
• Possess Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen teams in preparation, cooking, and service.
• Manage kitchen operations and perform clerical duties via digital management system.
• Ensure adherence to food hygiene and health & safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety knowledge

Food Hygiene understanding

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality

Job description

Closing date: 04 January 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join award-winning Derbyshire Catering Service.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Catering professional to lead kitchen teams in the Ashbourne and surrounding area.

As a Peri-Peripatetic Catering Supervisor, you will be responsible for the day to day management of the kitchen including preparation, cooking, service and performing clerical duties via a digital management system.

Our customers health and safety is our priority and all staff are required to follow food hygiene and health & safety regulations. We want to help make good lunchtime memories for our customers so it is essential that you can demonstrate an attitude which is appropriate to the school environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

Due to the nature of the role the ability to travel is f essential to this post.

As a supervisor you would ideally hold the NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality or have relevant experience with a sound knowledge of Health & Safety and possess the Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2.

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