School Catering Supervisor

Chartwells; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Chartwells is seeking an experienced Catering Supervisor in Macclesfield who thrives in delivering exceptional food and customer service. The role involves overseeing service operations, mentoring teams, and ensuring health and safety standards are met in a part-time position. With the support of Compass Group, employees can enjoy a career path that emphasizes development and a rewarding work environment.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Wellness and exercise classes

Qualifications

• At least two years of catering experience.
• Experience managing teams in a similar role.
• Ambitious and motivated to upskill.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious food to the highest standards.
• Supervising culinary and catering teams to ensure impeccable food and customer service.
• Liaising between customers and culinary teams to exceed expectations.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Leadership

Customer service

Food hygiene knowledge

Education

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

View more categories | View less categories

Job Type

Front of House, Food & Beverage, Supervisor

Sector

Catering & Food Services

Contract Type

Part Time/Flexible

We're recruiting an experienced Catering Supervisor who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all catering and service operations for Chartwells on a part-time basis, contracted to 27.5 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 employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

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

Could you shine as Chartwells' next Catering Supervisor? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious food to the highest standards
• Supervising culinary and catering teams to ensure 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 exceed expectations
• Supporting and training teams, leading from the front to enable excellence
• Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards for all catering and service teams

Our ideal Catering Supervisor will:

• Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
• Have at least 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 ambitious and motivated to upskill

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over 25 years, Chartwells has focused on helping those in education build strong bodies, sharp minds, and lead healthy lives. We serve millions of nutritious meals weekly across the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare, and all employment offers are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Job Reference: com/1405/42815001/52738974/BU #State Schools

At Compass Group UK&I, we promote an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and advance their careers. We celebrate diverse talents, backgrounds, and abilities, aiming for all colleagues to feel valued and empowered.

Company

At Chartwells, we go beyond providing fantastic food; our passionate teams inspire pupils and students through nutritious meals and create outstanding educational experiences nationwide.

If you have the skills, ambition, and shared values, we may have the perfect job for you. Explore our full-time, part-time, and seasonal roles across school kitchens and facilities management, and enjoy benefits including:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development via our Pathways and MyLearning programs
• Travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
• Discounts on groceries at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, etc.
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Wow Points for spending, redeemable on various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes

Share discounts and offers with friends and family. Create job alerts and receive personalized recommendations directly to your inbox.