Back-of-House Catering Supervisor | Kitchen Ops Lead

Sodexo France; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Manchester is looking for a Catering Supervisor to oversee kitchen operations at Manchester Foundation Trust. This role involves supervising staff, ensuring kitchen hygiene, managing stock, and complying with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in catering, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage challenges effectively. The position offers competitive pay and benefits like mental health resources and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Mental health and wellbeing resources

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP access

Discounts on high street brands

Retirement savings plan

Full training provided

Opportunities for learning and development

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering or kitchen environment is desirable.
• Strong understanding of health and safety, manual handling, and food hygiene regulations.
• Excellent communication and team management skills.
• Ability to respond professionally to operational challenges.
• Good organisational skills for effective task prioritisation.
• Commitment to high cleanliness and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise catering staff for smooth operational workflows.
• Allocate duties and responsibilities to the catering team.
• Monitor compliance with HACCP regulations and food safety.
• Conduct checks on kitchen equipment and report issues.
• Ensure kitchen and catering areas are clean and hygienic.
• Manage stock levels and assist with inventory control.
• Support staff training on health and safety and infection control.
• Maintain communication with ward staff for food service.

Skills

Experience in catering or kitchen environment

Understanding of health and safety regulations

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to manage unpredictable situations

Commitment to cleanliness and hygiene

Job description

A leading service provider in Manchester is looking for a Catering Supervisor to oversee kitchen operations at Manchester Foundation Trust. This role involves supervising staff, ensuring kitchen hygiene, managing stock, and complying with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in catering, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage challenges effectively. The position offers competitive pay and benefits like mental health resources and flexible working arrangements.