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Catering Supervisor

Job details
Posting date: 05 March 2026
Salary: £13.66 per hour
Additional salary information: Competitive
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 19 March 2026
Location: Salford, M3 5AX
Company: Sodexo Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: SDX/TP/1117004/154839

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Summary

  • 37.5 hours per week
  • Monday - Friday (0630 - 1730)
  • £13.66 per hour
  • Sodexo Rewards

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Job Description:

We are currently recruiting for a Catering Supervisor to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone with catering experience who enjoys leading a small team, delivering excellent customer service, and maintaining high standards in food service operations.

As a Catering Supervisor,you will be responsible for managing a small team of catering operatives and ensuring the delivery of a high standard of food service in line with client specifications. You will support the Catering Manager, ensure the wellbeing of your team, and provide customers with a friendly and positive experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and support a small team of catering operatives

  • Ensure customers receive a friendly and high-quality service

  • Manage cash handling, banking, and stocktakes

  • Become proficient in systems such as E-ProphIT, POS, and BITE

  • Support the Catering Manager in achieving KPIs and service level agreements

  • Ensure all company and client policies and procedures are followed

  • Deliver staff briefings and support team training

  • Monitor catering operations to ensure compliance with food safety standards

  • Manage ordering and distribution of catering consumables

  • Conduct service and compliance audits as required

  • Maintain risk assessments and allergy documentation

  • Manage vending operations and support promotions to increase sales

  • Stand in for the Catering Manager when required

What You’ll Need:

Essential

  • Previous catering experience

  • Experience undertaking general catering duties

  • Basic numeracy and literacy skills

  • Computer literate

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Understanding of relevant catering and food safety legislation

Desirable

  • Previous supervisory experience

  • NVQ or apprenticeship in catering or hospitality

  • Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to complete company training)

Personal Attributes

  • Supportive team player

  • Flexible approach to working hours

  • Focus on continuous improvement

  • Positive attitude and willingness to adapt to change

What we offer:

  • On-the-job training with experienced professionals
  • Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
  • Career development opportunities within Sodexo
  • A friendly and supportive work environment
  • Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
  • Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
  • Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.

Join us and be part of a company that values its employees and offers real career growth opportunities.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

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