School Catering Supervisor

Chartwells; Billingshurst; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in the catering sector is seeking a passionate Catering Supervisor to join their team. This part-time role involves overseeing kitchen operations and ensuring exceptional food and customer service. With a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, this company values individuality and invests in its employees. You will have the opportunity to lead a culinary team, implement health standards, and contribute to delivering incredible food experiences. If you are motivated and eager to advance your catering career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of catering experience in a supervisory role.
• Passionate about food and exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and ensure high food quality.
• Supervise culinary teams and monitor KPIs.
• Implement Health & Safety standards across teams.

Skills

Catering Management

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Food Hygiene

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

We're recruiting an experienced Catering Supervisor who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Chartwells on a part-time basis, contracted to 20 hours per week.

As a Catering Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Please note: This role is contracted to 44 weeks per year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing delicious food to the highest standards
• Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service
• Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations
• Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role
• Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams

Ideal Candidate:

• Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
• Have a minimum of two years of catering experience
• Have experience managing teams in a similar role
• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill

About Chartwells:

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK.

Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employment offers are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants must declare all previous convictions and cautions to assess suitability to work with children.

Additional Information:

Job Reference: com/2404/92137001/51842570/R/BU #State Schools

Compass Group UK&I is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate the diverse talents, backgrounds, and abilities of our team members, ensuring they feel valued and empowered to reach their full potential.