Supervisor

Compass Group PLC; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice and support services company in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking for a dedicated Supervisor to help manage operations within their Defence sector. This full-time role involves supervising a frontline team, ensuring quality work, and maintaining safety and hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have previous supervisory experience, excellent customer service skills, and a proactive attitude. Opportunities for career progression are available with an employer that values its team members.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising frontline teams in a similar environment.
• Ability to maintain hygiene and safety standards.
• Strong communication and team player skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all deliveries are checked and stored correctly.
• Supervise and support team members.
• Assist with weekly bookwork and create rotas.
• Delegate tasks and ensure proactive team engagement.
• Comply with food hygiene and safety regulations.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Communication

Stress Management

Food Handling

Health & Safety Compliance

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Supervisor to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Defence 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. Are you willing to learn new skills? Here's what you need to know before applying with Compass Group UK&I:

Key responsibilities and qualifications 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
• 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

Company Overview

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.