Catering Team Leader

Focus Resourcing; Longlane; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering company is looking for a Catering Team Leader based in Thatcham. The role involves assisting the Catering Manager in running daily operations and supervising staff. Ideal candidates should have prior catering experience, strong organizational skills, and a Level 2 Food Safety certificate. This position offers attractive benefits, including a 9% pension contribution and free meals.

Benefits

9% employer pension contribution

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Life Insurance and critical illness cover

Range of nutritious, freshly prepared meals free of charge

Access to on-site swimming pool, gym, tennis, and squash

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working in a similar catering role.
• Experience catering for large numbers.
• Must hold a valid driving licence and have own transport due to the location.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of the dining room and food service areas.
• Supervising all general assistants and kitchen porters.
• Servicing hospitality and events.
• Assisting with staff training.
• Ensuring service areas are clean and ready for each service.

Skills

Confident communicator

Strong organisational skills

Ability to give directions

Education

Completed Level 2 Food Safety

Job description

Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen to work for our established client in Thatcham as a Catering Team Leader. You will be assisting the Catering Manager in the day-to-day running of the catering operations and will be part of a team delivering delicious food and a great dining experience.

Location and Hours

Location: Thatcham, office based

Working Hours: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM / 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM, alternate weeks. Working 5 days out of 7, Monday to Sunday.

Benefits

• 9% employer pension contribution
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Life Insurance and critical illness cover
• Range of nutritious, freshly prepared meals free of charge
• Access to on-site swimming pool, gym, tennis, and squash

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of the dining room and food service areas
• Supervising all general assistants and kitchen porters
• Servicing hospitality and events
• Assisting with staff training
• Ensuring service areas are clean and ready for each service
• Other duties as required (full job description available upon request)

Requirements / Qualifications

• Previous experience of working in a similar catering role
• Experience of catering for large numbers
• Confident communicator
• Strong organisational skills, methodical, and able to give directions to colleagues
• Completed Level 2 Food Safety
• Must hold a valid driving licence and have own transport due to the location