Catering Team Leader

Class 1 Personnel; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering services provider in Thatcham is searching for a dedicated Catering Team Leader to manage day-to-day operations of their in-house catering services. The ideal candidate will have experience in catering, a passion for food and service, and knowledge of food hygiene regulations. This full-time role with a competitive salary includes numerous perks such as free meals, a generous pension contribution, and access to staff facilities. It promises a beautiful working environment, set in a calming countryside location.

Benefits

9% employer pension contribution

Free meals on shift

Discounted school fees

Access to gym & swimming pool

Life insurance and critical illness cover

CPD opportunities

Supportive induction

Beautiful working environment

Occasional staff social events

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a catering environment leading a team.
• Understanding of food hygiene standards required.
• Ability to manage and serve in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the catering team and ensure efficient operations.
• Oversee meal preparation from breakfast to formal events.
• Maintain cleanliness and adherence to food safety standards.

Skills

Experience feeding groups

Great food and service focus

Knowledge of food hygiene regulations

Team leadership and organisation

Job description

We're Hiring! Catering Team Leader Wanted

Full-time | £28,476 per year | Cold Ash, Berkshire

Love food? Love people? Love keeping things running smoothly even when it's a bit hectic? Then we've got just the job for you!

The Details

• Full-time: 40 hours a week, all year round
• Postcode: RG18 9JJ
• 5 days out of 7, including one day at the weekend

Shifts alternate weekly:

• Early birds: 6.30am-3.00pm
• Night owls: 12.00pm-8.30pm

What's the gig?

You'll be right in the heart of our busy in-house catering operation. From breakfast to formal dinners, we do it all - and we do it with a smile. You'll work closely with our Catering & Events Manager to help lead the team, serve up delicious meals, and make sure everything is squeaky clean and up to top standards.

You'll be great at this job if you…

• Have experience feeding the masses
• Are all about great food AND great service
• Know your way around food hygiene regulations
• Enjoy leading a team and keeping things organised

Perks of the job

• A generous 9% employer pension contribution
• Free meals on shift (yes, delicious ones!)
• Discounted school fees
• Access to our modern gym & swimming pool at staff times
• Life insurance and critical illness cover
• CPD opportunities
• A warm welcome and supportive induction
• Beautiful working environment - think countryside calm, not city stress
• And yes… we even throw the occasional staff social event!

Sound like your cup of tea (or tray of scones)?
Apply now and bring your passion for food and people - we can't wait to meet you!

Due to the nature of this Hospitality and Catering position employment will be subject to full referencing and require an Enhanced DBS Certificate