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Curriculum Catering Support Supervisor, Part Time, Southend Campus
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Curriculum Catering Support Supervisor
Southend City College – Southend Campus
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Contract: Part Time (36 hours per week, 52 weeks per yr)
Working Pattern: 5 days, between the hours of 7.00 - 17.00 according to business needs
Are you organised, proactive, and passionate about supporting high-quality catering operations? We are seeking a Curriculum Catering Support Supervisor to join our Curriculum Catering Team and play a vital role in the smooth running of our Professional cookery and Patisserie Curriculum. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with experience in stock control, food ordering systems, and catering logistics to support our teaching kitchens activities, making sure that resources are available and the kitchens and equipment meet regulation and servicing is in place.
About the Role
Reporting to the Curriculum Manager of Catering and Travel, being based at the Southend campus you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the stores and back-of-house catering operations. You will ensure efficient stock control, ordering, delivery management, and:
- Maintain the cleanliness, organisation, and efficient operation of the stores area and teaching kitchens.
- Manage the purchasing, receipt, storage, and security of food and non-food supplies.
- Receive and process deliveries, liaising with curriculum and commercial teams regarding collection and storage requirements.
- Deliver products to designated training kitchens and accurately record deliveries using catering purchasing software.
- Monitor stock levels and implement effective stock rotation procedures.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, health and safety, and legislative requirements, maintaining all required documentation.
- Assist within curriculum kitchens as required.
- Support the development of a positive, collaborative, and professional team culture.
- Attend college meetings, staff training events, open evenings, and other college activities throughout the year.
- Undertake additional duties as reasonably required to support the Curriculum Catering Team and wider College objectives.
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About You
We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.
Essential Requirements
- Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification (or willingness to work towards).
- Level 3 Supervisory qualification (or willingness to work towards).
- Knowledge of food ordering, stock control, and stock rotation systems.
- Understanding of purchasing, goods receipt, and storage procedures.
- Knowledge of kitchen appliance maintenance requirements and relevant legislation.
- Experience of invoice control processes.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and use initiative.
- Excellent supervisory and team-working skills.
- Flexible approach to working hours and business needs.
- Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Personal Attributes
- Reliable with excellent attendance and timekeeping.
- Professional appearance and approach.
- Committed to continuous professional development.
- Able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
- Dedicated to providing an exceptional service to students, colleagues, and customers.
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Why Join Us?
At Southend City College, you'll be joining a supportive and ambitious team committed to providing outstanding learning opportunities for our students. This role offers the chance to contribute directly to the success of our catering provision while working in a dynamic educational environment.
Safeguarding Statement
Southend City College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be required to undergo appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
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If you have the skills, experience, and enthusiasm to support the delivery of an outstanding catering service, we would love to hear from you.
College Benefits
Employee Benefits include:
- Employee Assistance Programme
- College closure days.
- Holiday - Pro-rata of 30 days holiday per yr
- Pension – LGPS with college contribution
- Continued Professional Development
- Free breakfast at most campuses (term time)
- Free parking subject to obtaining a parking permit
- Various other benefits are available, such as subsidised eye tests, contribution to flu injections, cycle to work schemes, RAC discounts, and more!
The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Only applications made via our college website will be considered.
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