Catering Team Leader

Focus Resourcing; Longlane; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established catering firm in Thatcham is looking for a Catering Team Leader to assist in the daily operations and deliver exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate will have previous catering experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively. Responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining service areas, and assisting with events. A driving licence is needed due to the location. Competitive benefits offered include a substantial pension contribution and free meals.

Benefits

9% employer pension contribution

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Life Insurance and critical illness cover

Free nutritious meals

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

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar catering role.
• Experience of catering for large numbers.
• Valid driving licence and own transport due to location.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the dining room and food service areas.
• Supervise all general assistants and kitchen porters.
• Service hospitality and events.
• Assist with staff training.
• Ensure service areas are clean and ready for each service.

Skills

Confident communicator

Strong organisational skills

Education

Completed Level 2 Food Safety

Job description

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

Location

Thatcham, office based

Working Hours

6:30AM - 3PM / 12PM - 8:30PM, alternate weeks

Working 5 days out of 7, Monday - 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
• Responsible for servicing hospitality and events
• Assisting with staff training
• Ensuring service areas are clean and ready for each service
• Many other duties, full job description available upon request

Requirements

• 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