Unit Catering Supervisor St James Lanehead Primary School Burnley

LNB Commercial Capital; Burnley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at an established organization providing catering services to schools. As a Unit Catering Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality meals to children while supervising kitchen staff and ensuring compliance with food hygiene standards. This part-time position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students. If you have a passion for food and experience in catering, this role is perfect for you. Enjoy a supportive work environment with competitive salaries and benefits, all while working during term time only. Don't miss out on this chance to contribute to your community!

Qualifications

• Experience in large scale catering and knowledge of food service.
• Supervisory skills and organizational cost control are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen operations and staff at St James Lanehead primary School.
• Cook and serve food according to menus and maintain hygiene standards.

Skills

Large scale catering experience

Food service knowledge

Organizational skills

Cost control skills

Supervisory skills

Education

Recognized supervisor or team leader qualification

Job description

| Salary £24,404- £25,183 | Fixed Term until 31/07/2025| Part Time, 28.75 hours per week | St James Lanehead primary School | Burnley

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship

Unit Catering Supervisor (Grade 4) Temporary till July 31st 2025

Lancashire County Council provides catering services to over 500 schools across Lancashire, serving over 60,000 school meals per day, and we are looking for committed individuals to join the service.

You will work as part of a team in St James Lanehead primary School, supervising the running of the kitchen and staff, and providing high-quality, healthy, balanced meals for school children.

Key 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.
• Maintain agreed standards and associated documentation in relation to food and kitchen hygiene.

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience of large scale catering.
• Knowledge of food service and catering in general.
• Organisational cost control and supervisory skills.
• Recognised supervisor or team leader qualification would be desirable.

Working Hours/Days:

• Monday to Friday.
• Term time only + 4 cleaning days during the school closure.
• 28.75 hours per week, although hours are variable depending upon school meal uptake.
• Temporary position till 31/07/2025.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful, you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

This position is part time and term time only; please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent, the salary received will be paid on a pro-rata basis.

Lancashire County Council offers competitive salaries and great staff benefits.

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