Catering Supervisor

Description:

The John Bamford Primary School, an OFSTED-rated ‘Good’ school, is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Catering Supervisor to lead our busy school kitchen. We provide over 200 school lunches daily and are committed to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals in a friendly and efficient service environment.

Key Responsibilities:

✔ Manage daily catering operations, ensuring high-quality food production, presentation, and service.
✔ Develop and implement creative and innovative catering ideas to enhance the school meal experience.
✔ Supervise kitchen staff, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to hygiene and safety regulations.
✔ Maintain budget control and manage food stock effectively.
✔ Ensure compliance with food safety, allergen management, and health regulations.
✔ Foster a positive, customer-focused approach to school catering.
✔ Work collaboratively with staff and school leadership to ensure meal service aligns with school standards and student needs.

Candidate Requirements

✔ Proven experience in large-scale catering, ideally in a school or similar environment.
✔ Strong budget management skills.
✔ Excellent team leadership and supervisory skills.
✔ Good IT skills for menu planning and stock management.
✔ Strong communication skills with a passion for customer service.
✔ A positive and proactive approach to problem-solving and service improvement.

Why Join The John Bamford Primary School?

✔ Be part of a welcoming and values-driven school community.
✔ Work in a supportive team environment.
✔ Play a key role in providing nutritious meals for children.
✔ Opportunity to bring creativity and innovation to school catering.