School Catering Supervisor: Lead Kitchen & Dining

Little London Academy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Little London Academy is seeking an enthusiastic, organised and dedicated Assistant Catering Manager to support the delivery of our in-house catering service. You will help provide a high-quality, nutritious and welcoming dining experience for students, staff and visitors.

Working with the Catering Manager, you will oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, food production, stock control, ordering and hygiene compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a busy catering or kitchen environment.
• Experience preparing and serving food to a high standard.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, hygiene standards and HACCP principles.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Experience of stock control, ordering and monitoring food supplies.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Level 2 Food Safety or Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to achieve).

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operation of the academy kitchen and dining facilities.
• Assist with food production, service and portion control.
• Maintain hygiene, food safety compliance and allergen management.
• Supervise catering staff and contribute to a positive working environment.
• Depute for the Catering Manager when required and ensure smooth running.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication

Customer service

Flexibility

Allergen management

Food hygiene

HACCP principles

Education

Level 2 Food Safety or Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Little London Academy is seeking an enthusiastic, organised and dedicated Assistant Catering Manager to support the delivery of our in-house catering service. You will help provide a high-quality, nutritious and welcoming dining experience for students, staff and visitors.

Working with the Catering Manager, you will oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, food production, stock control, ordering and hygiene compliance.