Chef Supervisor

Knowsley Council; Widnes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in England is seeking an enthusiastic Chef Supervisor for a part-time role at Holy Family Catholic Primary School. You will be responsible for kitchen operations, including food preparation, service, and team management. Ideal candidates should be committed to high hygiene standards and teamwork. The position offers flexible working options and is part of a supportive organization that values diversity and inclusion. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds.

Benefits

Local government pension

Generous benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and enthusiastic individual committed to teamwork.
• Experience in operational management and food preparation preferred.
• Understanding of hygiene and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operational management of the kitchen staff.
• Prepare and serve food to high standards.
• Delegate tasks effectively while ensuring hygiene standards.

Job description

We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for our residents and businesses and become part of the Knowsley Journey

• Location: Holy Family RC - Cronton, Hall Lane, Cronton, Widnes, WA8 5DW
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
• Hours: 25 hours per week. term time basis.
• Closing Date: 08/02/2026 at 23:59
• Reference: CVP 0518

Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024.

We are an Accredited employer under the Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter , demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.

Are you enthusiastic and motivated about providing the best possible service to Knowsley residents?

Do you enjoy leading and motivating others as well as working as part of a team?

Do you want access to a generous benefits scheme including a local government pension?

If so, this could be the role for you. We are recruiting for a permanent Chef Supervisor based at Holy Family Catholic Primary School and Nursery. We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who is committed to working as part of a team to deliver the service at the highest standard.

Duties will include, but are not limited to, operational management, preparing and serving food, delegating tasks and upholding high standards of hygiene and cleaning. Relevant training will be provided. Please see the Job Description for further information.

Closing Date: Sunday, 8th February 2026 at 23:59pm

At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:

At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working. For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.

We welcome applications from residents and beyond, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.

Your Application Form should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification. Please note if an Application Form does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted. To upload your Application Form you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so.

How to apply

Your Application Form should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification. Please note if an Application Form does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted. To upload your Application Form you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so.

You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.