Catering Team Leader

First Military Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Catering Team Leader to oversee the dining experience at Marchants Hill, Surrey. The ideal candidate will lead a team, ensure compliance with food safety and allergen policies, and maintain high standards of service. Responsibilities include preparing the dining area, serving meals, training staff, and addressing customer concerns. This role is open to all candidates but is particularly supportive of ex-military personnel.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering, food safety, and allergen compliance.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and develop team members.
• Ability to adhere to health and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the dining room and serve food according to guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and compliance with allergen policies.
• Lead and coach the team to provide excellent guest experiences.

Job description

JE163 : Catering Team Leader

Location : Marchants Hill, Surrey

Salary : £29,302.20

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Catering Team Leader on behalf of one of our clients. Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Follow procedures for preparing the dining room, serving food and Nutrition product labelling.

Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and compliance with allergen policies.

Accurately complete due diligence records and take corrective actions for food safety.

Adhere to health & safety protocols, cleaning schedules and monitor compliance with hygiene and uniform standards.

Ensure meal choices are well stocked, presented and served according to company guidelines, and address allergen queries and customer concerns.

Work with chefs and managers to maintain standards in quality, quantity, presentation and service, overseeing all dining aspects from preparation to clean down.

Maintain dining room presentation, ensure correct notices are displayed and use feedback to continuously improve service and respond to special requests.

Lead, motivate and inspire your team to deliver an excellent guest experience, acting as a role model by demonstrating the highest standards of behaviour.

Deliver practical and engaging training to colleagues ensuring they are well-equipped to perform thei...