College Chef Supervisor: Lead Nutritious Menus & Team

Nelson and Colne College; Nelson; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace pension

Generous annual leave

Sick pay scheme

Family friendly policies

Health and wellbeing benefits

Long service awards

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Nelson and Colne College is seeking a College Chef Supervisor to lead and support the Catering Team at the Nelson campus. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, nutritious meals, developing menus, and maintaining safety and hygiene standards.

Working with the Catering Manager and Refactory Team Leader, you will motivate staff, oversee service, and contribute to events and hospitality across college sites.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cooking skills

Stock management

Customer service

COSHH & food hygiene knowledge

Education

GCSEs including Maths & English

NVQ Level 2 Catering qualification

Basic food hygiene certificate

Job description

Nelson and Colne College is seeking a College Chef Supervisor to lead and support the Catering Team at the Nelson campus. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, nutritious meals, developing menus, and maintaining safety and hygiene standards.

Working with the Catering Manager and Refactory Team Leader, you will motivate staff, oversee service, and contribute to events and hospitality across college sites.