Mobile Kitchen Lead — Multisite Catering (Part-Time)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Aberfoyle; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Vertas is seeking a Mobile Head of Kitchen to lead the catering team across multiple sites. This part-time role (30 hours per week) spans 39.2 weeks per year with travel between sites. The post-holder will oversee kitchen operations, ensure food safety and high service standards, and support staff across sites.

Experience in catering is essential, and an enhanced DBS check is required. The role demands excellent organisational and people-management skills and a flexible approach to cover across

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Team player who leads by example.
• Organising workloads and working efficiently under pressure.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety practice.
• Ability to motivate and support a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals to menu specifications.
• Run day-to-day kitchen operations across several sites.
• Supervise and support catering colleagues.
• Monitor food safety, hygiene and health and safety compliance.
• Manage stock, order supplies and reduce waste.
• Keep accurate records under company procedures.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food quality.
• Provide cover across the catering operation where needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Team leadership

Workload organisation

Time management

Food hygiene knowledge

Motivating a team

Job description

Vertas is seeking a Mobile Head of Kitchen to lead the catering team across multiple sites. This part-time role (30 hours per week) spans 39.2 weeks per year with travel between sites. The post-holder will oversee kitchen operations, ensure food safety and high service standards, and support staff across sites.

Experience in catering is essential, and an enhanced DBS check is required. The role demands excellent organisational and people-management skills and a flexible approach to cover across