Catering Supervisor - Birches First School

Catering Supervisor

Birches First School

The Governors of Birches First School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, experienced and highly motivated Catering Supervisor to join our wonderful catering team.

We encourage applications from anyone who has experience of working in a school environment with children from Nursery to Year 4. The Ideal Candidate will be able to enhance the school’s lunches and ensure the pupils receive a nutritious, good-quality lunch in line with government guidelines.

We are looking for someone who will build an excellent rapport with children and staff alike. You must be able to work well as part of a team within the kitchen and beyond to establish a supportive and nurturing environment in which children are valued and cared for.

As a Catering Manager, your main role will be to plan, prepare, cook and present around 100 meals in our wonderful 5 Star hygiene rated kitchen. You will ensure that a high quality, child focused catering service is delivered to all our children. In addition to providing the service on a day-to-day basis, you will be involved in providing 'theme days' such as Chinese New Year, Red Nose Day, Children in Need and other events to promote and develop our school values and initiatives.

• A great team of hardworking colleagues
• Supportive parents and governors
• A well-resourced and safe working environment

Closing date: 09.01.2026 @ 9am

Visits to the school: Please contact the school office on (School Christmas holidays 19th December 2025 – 4th January 2026).

Interviews will be held as required: TBC

Required to start as soon as possible.

Unfortunately, if you have not been contacted by 12th January 2026 @5pm please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.