School Supervisor

Compass Group UK; Kingswinford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I, operating through Chartwells, is seeking a Supervisor to help run a full-time operation contracted to 35 hours per week across 43.6 weeks per year. You will lead a frontline team, ensure deliveries are checked and stored promptly, and manage weekly rotas with a strong focus on customer service.

The role requires capable supervision, clear communication, and a positive, proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising frontline teams in a similar environment.
• Strong communication skills with a focus on customer service.
• Team player with a can-do attitude and ability to stay positive under pressure.
• Wamiliar with managing rotas, stock orders, and basic bookwork.

Responsibilities

• Check and store deliveries promptly and correctly.
• Supervise a team and create a welcoming, supportive environment.
• Act as a responsible key holder and support weekly bookwork.
• Produce weekly rotas following manager guidelines; place stock orders.
• Delegate tasks and ensure proactive team performance.
• Ensure compliance with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Supervising frontline teams

Customer service excellence

Communication skills

Team player / can-do attitude

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Supervisor to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Chartwells on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week.

As a Supervisor, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Please note: This role is contracted to 43.6 weeks per year

Are you willing to learn new skills? Here's what you need to know before applying with Compass Group UK&I:

Your key responsibilities may include:

• Ensuring all deliveries are checked and stored promptly and correctly
• Supervising a team, creating a positive environment where the team feel welcomed and supported
• Being a responsible key holder
• Assisting with weekly bookwork and any other duties that are necessary
• Producing weekly rotas following the manager's guidelines
• Placing orders for stock to maintain the correct stock levels
• Delegating where necessary and ensuring the team are proactive at all times
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Supervisor will:

• Previous experience supervising frontline teams within a similar environment
• Good communication skills with a focus on great Customer Service
• Team player and can-do attitude
• Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining a positive attitude

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Job Reference: com/2408/G99801/52452483/R/BU #State Schools

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!