Catering Supervisor

• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday - Friday (0630 - 1730)
• £13.66 per hour
• Sodexo Rewards

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Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Catering Supervisor to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone with catering experience who enjoys leading a small team, delivering excellent customer service, and maintaining high standards in food service operations.

As a Catering Supervisor, you will be responsible for managing a small team of catering operatives and ensuring the delivery of a high standard of food service in line with client specifications. You will support the Catering Manager, ensure the wellbeing of your team, and provide customers with a friendly and positive experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support a small team of catering operatives
• Ensure customers receive a friendly and high-quality service
• Manage cash handling, banking, and stocktakes
• Become proficient in systems such as E-ProphIT, POS, and BITE
• Support the Catering Manager in achieving KPIs and service level agreements
• Ensure all company and client policies and procedures are followed
• Deliver staff briefings and support team training
• Monitor catering operations to ensure compliance with food safety standards
• Manage ordering and distribution of catering consumables
• Conduct service and compliance audits as required

Maintain risk assessments and allergy documentation

Manage vending operations and support promotions to increase sales

Stand in for the Catering Manager when required

What You'll Need Essential

• Previous catering experience
• Experience undertaking general catering duties
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Computer literate
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Understanding of relevant catering and food safety legislation

Desirable

• Previous supervisory experience
• NVQ or apprenticeship in catering or hospitality
• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to complete company training)

Personal Attributes

• Supportive team player
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Focus on continuous improvement
• Positive attitude and willingness to adapt to change

What we offer

• On-the-job training with experienced professionals
• Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
• Career development opportunities within Sodexo
• A friendly and supportive work environment
• Wellbeing Support - Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Financial Benefits - Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
• Career Growth - Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
• Work Perks - Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.

Join us and be part of a company that values its employees and offers real career growth opportunities.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.