CDDS Food Production Supervisor

CDDFT Charity; Darlington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Food Production Supervisor to lead their award-winning Catering Services at a prominent hospital. This role requires an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual who can inspire a team while maintaining high standards of food safety and quality. The successful candidate will manage operational controls, ensure compliance with health regulations, and foster a positive work environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced catering environment while contributing to the health service's mission.

Benefits

Performance bonuses

Pension contributions

Allowances for night shifts

Allowances for bank holiday shifts

Qualifications

• Experience in catering supervisory roles in fast-paced environments.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and HACCP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership within the Central Production Unit at the hospital.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.

Skills

Catering supervisory experience

Food hygiene regulations knowledge

Strong communication skills

Customer care skills

Motivational leadership skills

Knowledge of HACCP

Understanding of NHS Food Review

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Team Leading/Supervision

C&G 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Allergens Awareness Certification

Level 2 HACCP Certification

Evidence of CPD

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and committed individual to contribute to the award-winning Catering Services at Darlington Memorial Hospital.

We are seeking an accomplished Food Production Supervisor to elevate food production within a large Central Production Unit (CPU). Successful applicants will be motivational leaders who instill pride and a sense of achievement in the CPU, while also enabling change to operate in a highly commercial environment. Maintaining excellent standards of food safety and quality control, and working towards increasing sales, are essential.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous catering supervisory experience in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene regulations and HACCP
• Strong communication and customer care skills
• A good understanding of the 2020 NHS Food Review

Main duties of the job

To provide professional and supervisory leadership within the Central Production Unit at Memorial Hospital, Darlington.

Responsibilities include liaising with stakeholders, managing operational control within budget, ensuring food safety and quality, and working closely with PFI partners.

The role involves day-to-day leadership, ensuring the catering service meets or exceeds user expectations, and includes specific responsibilities such as adhering to food safety standards, HACCP, quality control, and lean management. The post holder will also oversee staff recruitment, training, and welfare procedures.

About us

CDD Services / SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT), established to deliver non-clinical services. The company operates under its own terms and conditions, offering benefits such as performance bonuses, pension contributions, and allowances for night and bank holiday shifts.

Job responsibilities

Reporting to the Food Production Manager, the role includes setting standards, developing operational systems, providing advice, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, and managing risk assessments and incident reporting. The role also involves planning staff coverage, controlling labor and materials, and overseeing process improvements.

The post involves supervising staff, maintaining product standards, coordinating with estates for maintenance, and engaging with staff to foster a positive work environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Team Leading/Supervision or equivalent
• C&G 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ equivalent
• Food Allergens Awareness Certification
• Level 2 HACCP Certification
• Evidence of CPD

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of the catering sector
• Motivational leadership skills
• Supportive during organizational change
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, data protection, confidentiality, and HACCP
• Understanding of traceability systems

Experience

• Interpersonal skills
• Experience in catering services and NHS compliance
• Supervisory and management experience
• Cook Chill experience (desirable)

Special Requirements

• Health & safety knowledge
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Flexibility to work weekends and meet service needs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act requirements.