Catering Team Leader

TES FE News; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school in Thatcham is seeking an enthusiastic Catering Team Leader to oversee the catering operation. The ideal candidate will possess experience in catering for large numbers, a passion for providing delightful food, and a commitment to excellent customer service. This position includes a range of benefits such as free meals, professional development opportunities, and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Provision of delicious and nutritious free meals

On-site parking

Modern gym and swimming pool facilities

Professional development opportunities

Generous pension scheme (9% employer contribution)

Life Assurance and Death in Service benefit

Supportive induction programme

Beautiful working environment in a semi-rural location

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
• Skills in supervising team members in a catering environment.
• Knowledge of hygiene standards in food service.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Catering and Events Manager in daily operations.
• Supervise General Assistants and Kitchen Porters.
• Manage hospitality and events service as directed.
• Ensure hygiene and safety standards are met.

Skills

Experience in catering for large numbers

Passion for food and customer service

Understanding of food hygiene requirements

Job description

Job Overview

Catering Team Leader Required 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Working Monday – Sunday, 5 over 7, to include 1 day at the weekend. Hours alternate weekly between 6.30am-3pm and 12-8.30pm.

Downe House is a leading independent boarding and day school for girls based in Cold Ash, Berkshire. We operate an in-house fully catered service for pupils and staff which includes breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week. In addition, we hold numerous catered events and formal dinners through the year.

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and hardworking Catering Team Leader to join our team. You will be passionate about delivering delicious food and a great dining experience to our school community. The Catering Team Leader be an integral member of our catering team, assisting the Catering & Events Manger in the day to day running of the catering operation. You will have previous experience of working in a similar role catering for large numbers, a passion for food and customer service, and an understanding of food hygiene requirements.

Main Duties

• Assist the Catering and Events Manager in the day to day running of the catering operation, in any catering outlet on site.
• Supervise all General Assistants and Kitchen Porters on shift.
• Take responsibility for servicing hospitality and events as directed by the Catering and Events Manager.
• Ensure that organisational standards are met with regards to hygiene, safety and cleanliness.

We Offer a Range Of Benefits Including

• Provision of delicious and nutritious free meals and on-site parking
• Modern gym and swimming pool facilities
• Regular opportunities for professional development
• A vibrant and supportive staff community
• A variety of social occasions through the year
• Generous pension scheme (9% employer contribution)
• Life Assurance and Death in Service benefit
• A supportive induction programme
• Beautiful working environment in a semi-rural location