Catering Supervisor – Cheltenham
Holroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh and innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. This role is based at Cheltenham College, located in the heart of Cheltenham, and offers a competitive rate of 13.10 per hour.
We work closely with school teams to create a positive eating experience for children of all ages, guiding both service delivery and staff development. Our aim is balancing excellent food quality, efficient service and health & safety standards, while maintaining a productive work‑life balance for our team.
Responsibilities
- Plan and manage kitchen operations and catering for academic, sporting and hospitality events.
- Supervise, train and support kitchen staff, ensuring high standards of food preparation and hygiene.
- Maintain accurate records and budgets, including cost calculations and GP considerations.
- Lead health & safety, food safety and risk management procedures across all catering areas.
- Collaborate with school staff to adapt menus to nutritional requirements and student preferences.
- Coordinate working schedules and shift arrangements, offering flexibility and covering additional events as required.
Qualifications
- Experience managing catering in a school or similarly regulated environment.
- Demonstrated hands‑on leadership with focus on staff development and motivation.
- Strong organisational, communication and customer service skills.
- Knowledge of health & safety, food safety and GP calculation.
- Financial acumen and robust IT literacy, particularly in kitchen management systems.
- Creative, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement and food trends.
Benefits
- Free meals at work.
- Career development opportunities and HIT Apprenticeships.
- Reward and recognition schemes; people awards.
- Work/life balance with flexible shifts – 7:00 am–3:00 pm or 10:30 am–7:30 pm, 5 days a week.
- Employee Assistance Program and Sick Pay scheme.
- 28 holiday days including bank holidays, pension scheme.
- Participation in team events and a company-wide recognition programme.
- Competitive hourly wage of 13.10 per hour.
Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check, will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants may be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.
This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.
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