Catering Supervisor - Poole

Dine Contract Catering; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is seeking a proactive Catering Supervisor to join its team in Poole. In this hands-on role, you will lead and support staff, maintain food safety standards, manage stock levels, and ensure a high-quality customer experience in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in food service supervision, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication abilities. Competitive hourly rate is offered with a flexible shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in catering, hospitality, or food service supervision.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and customer-service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support catering staff during service.
• Ensure high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness.
• Manage stock levels, deliveries, and ordering.

Skills

Catering supervision

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Food Safety Level 2 or 3 (desirable)

Job description

Job Details: Catering Supervisor – Poole

Location: Poole

Shift Pattern: 5 days over 7 on a rota basis, shift can vary between 7:30am and 4pm

Hourly Rate: £14.00 per hour

We are a dynamic and customer-focused catering operation committed to delivering high‑quality food, outstanding service, and a great customer experience. We are now seeking a proactive and organised Catering Supervisor to join our team and help lead day‑to‑day operations. As a Catering Supervisor, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of our catering service. You will supervise staff, maintain excellent food standards, ensure compliance with hygiene regulations, and help create a welcoming environment for customers. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced hospitality setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support catering staff during service
• Assist with menu preparation and food presentation
• Ensure high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness
• Manage stock levels, deliveries, and ordering
• Handle customer queries and provide excellent service
• Support training of new team members
• Oversee till operations
• Ensure compliance with company policies and health & safety standards

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in catering, hospitality, or food service supervision
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and customer‑service abilities
• Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety regulations
• Ability to work under pressure and problem‑solve effectively
• A positive, team‑focused attitude
• Food Safety Level 2 or 3 (desirable)
• Personality behind every plate

Personality behind every plate Dine provides tailored food services to clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of industry experience, we pride ourselves on offering a personalised approach to our clients, whilst delivering outstanding service. Our passion lies in creating great‑tasting menus, promoting sustainability, and proudly working with local suppliers and communities. That’s why our menus feature only locally sourced, seasonal and sustainable ingredients with a target of reaching Climate Zero.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!