School Kitchen Supervisor — Part-Time, Term-Time

Edsential Community Interest Company; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Enhanced DBS

Discounts

Cycle to Work

Tech Scheme

Wellbeing programme

Uniform provided

Pension scheme

Job summary

Edsential Community Interest Company is hiring a Catering Supervisor to oversee the kitchen operations at Lunt's Heath Primary School. The role is 27.5 hours per week during school term time (plus 2 cleaning days) with a salary paid over 12 months, based in Runcorn, Cheshire.

The successful candidate will lead kitchen staff, manage allergens, maintain safety records, and liaise with school staff to deliver high-quality food and service. DBS and training are provided as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Experience running a school kitchen advantageous.
• Ability to empower and lead a team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Comfortable working with IT systems; training provided on induction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present food to high hygiene and safety standards.
• Manage allergens and dietary requirements.
• Complete kitchen administration including health and safety checks.
• Maintain records; manage stock, orders and quality assurance.
• Build relationships with school staff such as teachers and senior leaders.
• Supervise kitchen staff; handle timesheets, absences and probation meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food service

Communication skills

Organisational skills

IT systems

Tools

IT Systems

Job description

Edsential Community Interest Company is hiring a Catering Supervisor to oversee the kitchen operations at Lunt's Heath Primary School. The role is 27.5 hours per week during school term time (plus 2 cleaning days) with a salary paid over 12 months, based in Runcorn, Cheshire.

The successful candidate will lead kitchen staff, manage allergens, maintain safety records, and liaise with school staff to deliver high-quality food and service. DBS and training are provided as part of the package.