School Kitchen Unit Supervisor – Term-Time, Flexible Hours

Lancashire County Council; Darwen; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council’s Catering Service is seeking a Unit Catering Supervisor at St Francis Church of England Primary School in Blackburn. The role oversees day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring meals meet high standards and staff are supported, with a focus on nutrition and student wellbeing.

The position is 27.5 hours per week, term-time only with some additional cleaning days, permanent, with a pro rata salary of £25,949.

Qualifications

• A good understanding of food service and catering operations.
• Strong organisational skills; experience managing stock and controlling costs.
• Supervisor or Team Leader experience.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and serving food and drinks in line with agreed menus and production plans
• Supervising and supporting catering team members
• Ordering food and managing deliveries and stock levels
• Maintaining records and stock control systems
• Ensuring high standards of food safety, cleanliness and kitchen hygiene
• Creating a welcoming dining experience for pupils and staff

Job description

Lancashire County Council’s Catering Service is seeking a Unit Catering Supervisor at St Francis Church of England Primary School in Blackburn. The role oversees day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring meals meet high standards and staff are supported, with a focus on nutrition and student wellbeing.

The position is 27.5 hours per week, term-time only with some additional cleaning days, permanent, with a pro rata salary of £25,949.