Unit Catering Supervisor

Lancashire County Council; Rishton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government organization in Rishton is seeking staff to provide high-quality meals for school children. Responsibilities include cooking and serving food according to agreed menus, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining supplies and records. Candidates should ideally have a catering qualification and experience with large-scale catering. This role offers 25 hours per week, primarily during term time, with hours varying based on meal uptake.

Qualifications

• Desirable to have a recognised catering qualification or food hygiene certificate.
• Experience in catering for large numbers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cook and serve food in accordance with agreed menus.
• Supervise other employees in the kitchen.
• Order supplies and maintain stock records.

Skills

Experience of catering for large numbers

Ability to supervise other employees

Education

Recognised catering qualification

Food hygiene certificate

Job description

You will work as part of a team in Rishton Methodist Primary providing high quality, healthy, balanced meals for school children.

Responsibilities

• Cook and serve food and beverages in accordance with agreed menus and production plans
• Direct and/or supervise other employees
• Order supplies and store deliveries
• Maintain records and stock control

Qualifications

• Recognised catering qualification and/or food hygiene certificate would be desirable
• Experience of catering for large numbers is also desirable

Working Hours/Days

• Monday to Friday
• Term time only + 4 cleaning days during the school closure

25 hours per week, although hours are variable depending upon school meal uptake