Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark; Folkestone and Hythe District; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the UK is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to manage catering operations at Sir John Moore Barracks. Responsibilities include leading a team of staff and ensuring high-quality catering for events. Ideal candidates should have strong leadership and customer service skills, along with exceptional organisational abilities. This full-time position offers a salary of £24,478 annually and various employee benefits including discounted meals and training opportunities.

Benefits

Discounted meals

Free on-site parking

Employee Rewards app benefits

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Training and apprenticeship opportunities

Qualifications

• Great customer service skills.
• Strong leadership skills with team management experience.
• Exceptional organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work some weekends for events.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of twelve catering staff.
• Plan and execute catering services for private functions.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and paperwork is signed off.
• Create staff rotas and communicate announcements.
• Train team for smooth operations in FOH and BOH.
• Provide exceptional customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Job description

Reach for Remarkable

Aramark UK are currently recruiting a Kitchen Supervisor to join our team at Sir John Moore Barracks.

The Food & Beverage Manager will oversee all aspects of catering operations, within the Officers, Sergeant and ASLS Buildings specifically supporting corporate meetings and private functions. This role involves managing a team of nine staff, ensuring events meet profitability goals, adhere to food safety regulations, and maintain high-quality standards. You will be responsible for daily operational oversight, staff management, budgeting, and delivering an outstanding client experience.

AramarkUK are making a work life balance achievable whilst still working in hospitality, cultivating your culinary career with a world leading organisation. Aramark provides world-class contract catering services to our extensive list of clients across the UK, including Defence and Judicial, private industry and Education. We are lucky to have some of the best Culinary and Catering talent that the UK has to offer working within our teams.

To be eligible for this role, due to the sector requirements: you must have been a UK resident for the past 3 years and have legal right to work in the UK and be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.

What we offer

• This is a full-time position, 37.5 hours per week, (shift pattern, 5 days over 7 including weekends). Shifts range between 06:45 and 20:00, leaving your evenings free - a rarity when you work within hospitality.
• We are offering a salary of £24,478.00 which is £12.51 per hour.
• Discounted meals on shift, and free on-site parking.
• You will have access to our Employee Rewards app - which includes 100's of discounts, including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats.
• We also offer a company package including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and many more benefits.
• You will also be joining a talented team, with fabulous career prospects and could lead to all sorts of opportunities – we LOVE to promote from within.
• As we are passionate about developing our people from within, great training is provided. We also offer apprenticeship schemes, so that your learning journey can continue.

A day in the life of a Kitchen Supervisor

• Lead and manage a team of twelve catering staff, providing direction and support to meet Aramark’s high standards.
• Plan, organise, and execute catering services for private functions.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is cleaned to a high standard and signing off due diligence paperwork.
• Creating staff Rotas each month and communicating any company announcements to your team
• Training your team to ensure a smooth running FOH as well as back of house.
• Ensure we provide exceptional customer service to all customers.

You will be set up for success if you have

• Great customer service.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to effectively manage a team of nine.
• Exceptional organisational and multitasking abilities, with a focus on detail and compliance.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work some weekends when events are booked.

If this role appeals to you, then apply now and show us the value you will bring.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Job Reference 613241.

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

About Aramark UK

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are also recognised as a Forces Friendly employer and hold the prestigious ERS Gold Award, reflecting our dedication to supporting the Armed Forces community.

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail].

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.