Unit Catering Supervisor| Schools Catering | Astley Park School,Chorley

Lancashire County Council; Chorley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Chorley is seeking a Unit Catering Supervisor to create high-quality meals for school children. This part-time role involves cooking, supervising staff, and managing supplies in a kitchen environment. Candidates should possess a catering qualification and experience in large-scale cooking. The position offers 26.25 hours per week, term-time only, with a salary range of £24,796‑£25,185 per annum.

Qualifications

• Recognized catering qualification and/or food hygiene certificate.
• Experience catering large numbers of students.
• Previous experience in a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Cook and serve food and beverages in accordance with agreed menus and production plans.
• Direct and supervise other employees.
• Order supplies and manage store deliveries.
• Maintain accurate records and stock control.

Job description

Unit Catering Supervisor

Location: Astley Park Primary School, Chorley, Lancashire – Salary: £24,796‑£25,185 per annum – Hours: 26.25 hours per week (Term Time)

Join Lancashire County Council’s catering service as a lead kitchen professional. In this role you will work part‑time, creating fresh, high‑quality, balanced meals for school children each day.

Key Responsibilities

• Cook and serve food and beverages in accordance with agreed menus and production plans.
• Direct and supervise other employees.
• Order supplies and manage store deliveries.
• Maintain accurate records and stock control.

What We Are Looking For

• Recognised catering qualification and/or food hygiene certificate.
• Experience catering large numbers of students.
• Previous experience in a kitchen environment.

Working Hours: 26.25 hours per week (5.25 hours per day), Monday – Friday, term time only, plus four cleaning days.

International sponsorship: this role is not open to international sponsorship.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early before the closing date if sufficient applications are received.

Benefits are detailed on the LCC Vacancies website.

This vacancy is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and, if successful, you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a disclosure. Further information can be found in the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section.