Catering Supervisor

We're recruiting an experienced Catering Supervisor who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for one of our Government Service sites on a full-time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week.

As a Catering Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Assisting the GM / Chef Manager in the smooth running of the unit and take full responsibility for other areas in their absence.
2. Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service.
3. Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets.
4. Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image.
5. Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations.
6. Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role.
7. Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams.

Our ideal Catering Supervisor will:

1. Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service.
2. Have a minimum of two years of catering experience.
3. Have experience managing teams in a similar role.
4. Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate.
5. Have excellent communication and organisational skills.
6. Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill.

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive because diversity is our strength!