Catering Supervisor B
Birmingham City Council · Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
- On site
- Full-time
- £34,434 / year
- Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Job highlights
- Supervise school catering operations and team.
- Prepare and cook fresh meals for pupils.
- Manage kitchen operations, stock, and records.
- Ensure food safety and allergen control.
- Collaborate with managers for food delivery.
About the role
Catering Supervisor – St Saviours Primary School, Alum Rock Road, Birmingham. B8 1JB
Permanent
Grade B - £28,598 - £34,434
Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review
Salary is Pro rata to the hours worked
Working 36.5 hours per week working times are Monday - Friday term time only, Daily Hours to be confirmed
To include 3 cleaning days, 3 training days and 5 teacher training days
About the Role
Cityserve is a Birmingham City Council catering service for school meals providing fresh and nutritious food for school kitchens across the UK. Healthy eating is a continuous theme throughout all of our menus, and we are committed to the wellbeing of pupils. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy environment, delivers excellent customer service, and is able to motivate and support team members.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Preparing and cooking freshly made meals for pupils including conveying to another site
- Planning and controlling all aspects of the service
- Keeping the kitchen clean & tidy
- Costing, stocktaking, and keeping appropriate records using Saffron and IT skills (Learning and Oracle)
- Staff training
- Maintaining a menu with balanced diets and allergen control
- Being aware of the care users’ needs and dietary preferences
- Collaborating with managers and supervisors to ensure the first-class delivery of food in school kitchens
Previous Kitchen Experience Is Essential To This Role.
About You
- Good people skills
- Passion about food and customer service
- Great team player
- Food Safety Level 3
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Allergy Awareness Certificate
- Experience in a similar environment
- High standards and quality drive
- A ‘can do’ attitude
How to Apply
Please upload an up-to-date CV and Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application. Your Supporting Statement should outline how you meet the criteria for the role through your personal qualities, skills, and experience, and include your motivation for applying to the post. We cannot consider any applications without a CV AND Personal Statement attached.
Birmingham City Council Commitment
Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer and we are committed to employing, retaining, and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.
For any informal enquiries please contact: Resourcing@birmingham.gov.uk, quoting reference 4196.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.
Key skills/competency
- Catering Supervisor
- Food Preparation
- Team Leadership
- Customer Service
- Stock Management
- Allergen Control
- Menu Planning
- Staff Training
- Kitchen Hygiene
- Food Safety Level 3
Skills & topics
- Catering Supervisor
- School Kitchen
- Food Preparation
- Team Management
- Birmingham
- Customer Service
- Food Safety
- Allergen Control
- Menu Planning
- Term Time
How to get hired
- Tailor your CV and Supporting Statement: Clearly outline your relevant skills, experience, and passion for food and customer service. Highlight your Food Safety Level 3 and Allergy Awareness Certificate.
- Demonstrate your 'can-do' attitude: Showcase your people skills, team player qualities, and high standards in your application.
- Address the essential criteria: Explicitly mention your previous kitchen experience and experience in a similar environment.
- Prepare for a DBS check: Be ready to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check as part of the hiring process.
- Inquire informally: Reach out to Resourcing@birmingham.gov.uk with any questions before applying.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for the Catering Supervisor role at Birmingham City Council?
- The Catering Supervisor role at Birmingham City Council falls under Grade B, with a salary range of £28,598 - £34,434. Please note that the salary is pro-rata to the hours worked, and it is a consultation grade subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review.
- What are the working hours and arrangement for the Catering Supervisor position?
- This is a permanent, full-time position working 36.5 hours per week during term time only, Monday to Friday. The specific daily hours are to be confirmed and will include 3 cleaning days, 3 training days, and 5 teacher training days.
- What essential qualifications and experience are required for the Catering Supervisor role?
- Essential qualifications include previous kitchen experience, Food Safety Level 3, and an Allergy Awareness Certificate. You should also possess good people skills, a passion for food and customer service, strong communication skills, high standards, and a 'can-do' attitude.
- How should I submit my application for the Catering Supervisor position at St Saviours Primary School?
- You need to upload an up-to-date CV and a Supporting Statement. Your Supporting Statement should detail how you meet the role's criteria, your personal qualities, skills, and experience, and your motivation for applying. Applications without both a CV and Personal Statement will not be considered.
- Does Birmingham City Council offer sponsorship for this Catering Supervisor role?
- No, Birmingham City Council does not offer sponsorship for this post. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.
- What is Cityserve's mission regarding school meals?
- Cityserve, Birmingham City Council's catering service, is dedicated to providing fresh, nutritious food for school kitchens across the UK. A continuous theme in their menus is healthy eating, with a strong commitment to the wellbeing of pupils.
- What kind of support does Birmingham City Council offer during the application process?
- Birmingham City Council is committed to an equitable recruitment journey and offers support for reasonable adjustments, additional support, or accessibility needs. Please inform them if you require any assistance during your application.
- Who should I contact for informal inquiries about the Catering Supervisor job?
- For any informal enquiries regarding the Catering Supervisor position, please contact Resourcing@birmingham.gov.uk, quoting reference 4196.
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