Catering Team Leader - Fresh Menus & Fast Service

East Lancashire Learning Group; Nelson; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Workplace pension

Job summary

East Lancashire Learning Group is seeking a Catering Supervisor to join the team at Nelson & Colne College. You will work closely with the Catering Manager and Refectory Team Leader to deliver high-quality, nutritious food and exciting menus for learners, staff and visitors.

You will oversee daily prep, ensure taste, presentation, and nutrition, and help run the kitchen smoothly during service with a focus on hygiene and safety. Some travel across sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 GCSE qualifications (or equivalent) including grade C/4 in Maths and English and a basic food hygiene certificate.
• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) Catering qualification.
• Strong preparation and cooking skills within a fast-paced catering environment.
• Experience of managing stock control, including monitoring levels, ordering supplies and ensuring adequate stock availability.
• Excellent customer service skills and comprehensive understanding of COSHH and food hygiene requirements.
• Competent IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Catering Manager to help improve and grow the college Refectory offer for learners and staff.
• Oversee daily food preparation, ensuring high standards of taste, presentation, and nutritional value.
• Prepare and cook high-quality food, while developing and refreshing menus ideas that reflect current food trends.
• Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently during service, with strong teamwork and communication.
• Oversee the day to day running of the kitchen in the absence of the Catering Manager.
• Assist with the organisation and delivery of college events and hospitality.
• Lead and assist the Catering Team with the preparation, cooking and service arrangements within the Refectory.

Skills

Cooking skills

Stock control

Customer service

COSHH knowledge

IT skills

Education

GCSEs incl Maths & English (C/4)

NVQ Level 2 Catering qualification

Job description

East Lancashire Learning Group is seeking a Catering Supervisor to join the team at Nelson & Colne College. You will work closely with the Catering Manager and Refectory Team Leader to deliver high-quality, nutritious food and exciting menus for learners, staff and visitors.

You will oversee daily prep, ensure taste, presentation, and nutrition, and help run the kitchen smoothly during service with a focus on hygiene and safety. Some travel across sites may be required.