Catering Supervisor ref. EX02125

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Walsall; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Blakenall Heath Junior School is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Catering Supervisor. This role involves preparing and managing school meals for pupils, ensuring high-quality food production while fostering an enjoyable dining experience. We offer training and support in a collaborative environment committed to child welfare.

Benefits

Supportive staff

Expert advice and training

Qualifications

• Proven history of good quality food production.
• Experience in customer service in a catering environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day catering arrangements.
• Prepare and cook nourishing meals for pupils.
• Plan and control service aspects including costing and stocktaking.

Skills

Food Production

Customer Service

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Catering

City & Guilds 706/1 706/2 or equivalent

Job description

Blakenall Heath Junior School, Field Road, Bloxwich, Walsall. WS3 3JF.

Catering Supervisor required for 1st September 2025

30.0 hrs each week, Mon to Fri 7.45am – 1.45pm

(Please note that work hours are indicative of the requirements of the post. Start and end times may vary (within the hours stated) dependant on the needs of the service)

Term Time only plus 1 week and Inset days (equivalent to 40 weeks per year)

Salary – G5 Point 9-17 (£19,172-£21,822 pro rata approx.)

Closing date for applications: Friday 27th June 2025, 12noon

Interviews likely to be held: Thursday 3rd July 2025

Blakenall Heath Junior School is a Good school and is proud to be a member of The Lighthouse Federation, a federation that is now 9 schools and growing.

We are looking for well-motivated and enthusiastic applicants to join our team of very dedicated staff, in delivering nourishing school meals to its pupils. We are looking for someone with great enthusiasm and energy to drive our new venture of producing school meals in our own well equipped school kitchen and make dinner time a happy occasion for children.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the catering arrangements at the School. Duties will include:

• preparing and cooking nourishing meals for pupils, in line with recommended menus
• planning and controlling all aspects of the service including costing, stocktaking and keeping appropriate records
• cooking for large numbers
• a knowledge of how to assist in lunchtime supervision, including organisation of the dining room before and after meal times

In return, we can offer:

• helpful hardworking supervisors and supportive staff
• expert advice, training and ongoing support

Applicants should have proven history of good quality food production and customer service and should hold an NVQ level 2 or 3 in a catering area or City & Guilds 706/1 706/2 or equivalent, and will be required to undertake the basic food hygiene certificate, for which full training will be given, if required.

Blakenall Heath Junior School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Application forms and further details are available from the school office on 01922 710145 or email

Visits to the school are welcomed, please call the school office to arrange a suitable time.