Evening and Weekend Catering Supervisor

Our Catering Department is right at the heart of school life! We take real pride in serving up great food and great service, all in a workplace that's supportive, upbeat and genuinely enjoyable to be part of. We are looking for an Evening and Weekend Catering Supervisor to lead our front-of-house staff and food service assistants with confidence and warmth, keeping our high standards shining every step of the way. Principal responsibilities

• Undertaking the role of Catering Supervisor on a rota basis, overseeing the smooth running of service
• Maintaining and improving standards of catering to ensure client satisfaction within financial constraints
• Assisting in the planning and delivery of staff training in line with the department's training plan
• Deputising for the Junior Manager as required
• Undertaking relevant training to further develop your own skills
• Carrying out day-to-day duties as directed by your line manager
What we are looking for
• Sound knowledge of food hygiene and food safety legislation, and HACCP procedures
• The ability to supervise, motivate, and lead a team effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, together with excellent customer service
• Confidence in cash handling, till operation, and maintaining accurate records
• Previous experience within a catering, hospitality, or food service environment, with experience supervising staff an advantage
• A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends
• A professional, personable manner and high standards of personal presentation
• A relevant catering qualification would be desirable, though not essential
Why join us This is a well-supported and close-knit team, in which colleagues are encouraged to develop professionally and to take genuine pride in their contribution to the wider life of the School. We welcome applications from candidates who are reliable, adaptable, and committed to maintaining the highest standards in a busy catering environment. Safer Recruitment: Oakham is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants for the above post must be willing to undergo child protection vetting, including reference checks with previous employers, prohibition checks and a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. This is an ongoing recruitment campaign, and applications are welcomed at any time. Interviews will be conducted as suitable candidates apply. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found, so early application is strongly encouraged. All applications must be made online - CV's alone will not be accepted.


• Sound knowledge of food hygiene and food safety legislation, and HACCP procedures
• The ability to supervise, motivate, and lead a team effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, together with excellent customer service
• Confidence in cash handling, till operation, and maintaining accurate records
• Previous experience within a catering, hospitality, or food service environment, with experience supervising staff an advantage
• A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends
• A professional, personable manner and high standards of personal presentation
• A relevant catering qualification would be desirable, though not essential