Catering Team Leader

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; St Helens; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% store discount

Company pension scheme

Death in Service Benefit

Long service recognition

MyHB benefits platform

Job summary

Home Bargains is seeking a Catering Team Leader to oversee the Omega Distribution Centre dining operations, leading the catering team and ensuring high-quality food and service for colleagues and visitors.

You will manage daily operations, uphold COSHH and food safety standards, and support team development. The role involves cash handling, stock control, and allergen management, with a 30-hour night-shift schedule (10pm–4:30am) and a rate of £14 per hour plus 19% night shift allowance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a catering or hospitality team.
• Level 2 hygiene certificate and Level 3 food safety qualification required.
• Experience in fast-paced catering environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the catering team to deliver daily tasks and maintain high service standards.
• Ensure food safety, allergen management, and COSHH compliance.
• Manage cash handling, stock, and portion control.
• Oversee kitchen prep, presentation, and records keeping.
• Support team development and coaching.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Customer service

Decision making

Coaching

Education

Level 2 hygiene certificate

Level 3 food safety qualification

Job description

£14 to £14 per hour, Excellent Plus Benefits

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

11/10/2026

About this job

Passionate about high-quality catering and exceptional service?

Based at our new state-of-the-art Omega Distribution Centre, located at the Omega Business Park off Junction 8 of the M
62. As a Catering Team Leader, you will lead our catering team to provide high-quality food and service to colleagues and visitors, ensuring a welcoming and efficient catering environment.

Working closely with the Catering Manager and team members, you’ll ensure all dietary and catering requirements are met to the highest standards.

In this role, you’ll oversee daily catering operations, focusing on food preparation, presentation, and service.

You’ll play a key part in maintaining a safe, compliant workspace by adhering to COSHH and food safety standards, as well as ensuring all records and administrative tasks are completed accurately.

With a proactive approach, you’ll guide and support team development, leading by example in delivering excellent customer service.

Your role will involve cash and stock management, maintaining a clean work environment, and fostering team collaboration to ensure smooth, efficient operations.

Package Salary & Hours £14.00 per hour (plus 19% night shift allowance paid between 10pm - 6am). 30 hours per week working any 5 nights over
7. Scheduled working hours will be between 10:00pm to 4:30am Employee Benefits Full-time colleagues receive 28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing to 33 days after 5 years of service.

Annual leave is pro-rated for part-time or alternative working arrangements.

Contributable company pension scheme 10% store discount at all our retail stores Death in Service Benefit Long service recognition scheme Stream

• access to flexible pay, financial wellbeing support, exclusive discounts, savings, opportunities, and much more MyHB colleague benefits platform with access to: Discounts UK wide on retail, leisure, hospitality venues Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential counselling and advice line Completely confidential services to you and your family Low cost voluntary insured health cash plans and cancer cover Job Overview Team Leadership: Lead the catering team in the delivery of daily tasks and overall operation.

Customer Service: Ensure the team provides excellent customer service, delivering a professional experience at all times.

Food Preparation & Presentation: Oversee the preparation and presentation of food, ensuring compliance with required standards.

Compliance & Administration: Manage and complete all company administration and monitoring procedures.

Workplace Cleanliness: Maintain a clean and tidy work area, ensuring high standards of hygiene.

Operational Accountability: Take responsibility for cash handling, secure storage, stock and portion control, and preparing food to high standards.

Kitchen Maintenance: Perform general kitchen duties, including washing, waste disposal, and cleaning.

Food Safety & Documentation: Record food temperatures, delivery details, and fridge/freezer logs, maintaining food storage and labelling standards.

Diary & Allergen Management: Complete the Food Safety Diary, manage allergens, and comply with Natasha's law requirements.

Team Development: Actively support the development of individual team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.

Minimum Criteria To Apply Proven experience leading a team in a catering or hospitality setting.

Experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced catering or hospitality environment.

Minimum Level 2 hygiene certificate and Level 3 food safety qualification.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a welcoming and supportive approach.

Commercially aware, able to make quick, effective decisions.

Demonstrated ability to guide, coach, and influence team members and stakeholders.

About The Company TJ Morris Limited trading as Home Bargains is a privately owned family run discount retailer selling top brands at the lowest possible price on the UK high street.

Having started 45 years ago in Liverpool our customers continue to be at the heart of everything we do and throughout our 600 stores we have over 5 million customers each week.

With plans to increase our store portfolio to 1,000 stores throughout the UK we are a fast-paced retailer opening 50 stores a year (nearly one every weekend)

• and we wouldn't have it any other way!