School Kitchen Team Lead – Term-Time, 25h

Lancashire County Council; Leyland; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking a Part time Unit Catering Supervisor in Leyland to lead the school kitchen team at Farington St Pauls Primary. The role focuses on cooking and serving nutritious meals, following menus and production plans, and ensuring high standards of food safety and customer service.

The post offers term-time, 25 hours per week with varying hours and the opportunity to contribute to healthy meals for local schoolchildren. DBS checks may apply for safeguarding requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering and supervisory role.
• Ability to lead kitchen team and manage busy periods.
• Knowledge of food safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the day-to-day work of the school kitchen team.
• Prepare, cook and serve healthy, nutritious school meals.
• Ensure menus and production plans are followed accurately.
• Order supplies, monitor stock levels and store deliveries safely.
• Maintain catering records and support food safety compliance.
• Help create a positive dining experience for pupils.
• Ensure the kitchen operates safely, efficiently and to high standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

Lancashire County Council is seeking a Part time Unit Catering Supervisor in Leyland to lead the school kitchen team at Farington St Pauls Primary. The role focuses on cooking and serving nutritious meals, following menus and production plans, and ensuring high standards of food safety and customer service.

The post offers term-time, 25 hours per week with varying hours and the opportunity to contribute to healthy meals for local schoolchildren. DBS checks may apply for safeguarding requirements.