Catering Supervisor
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1173282/155498
- Location: York
- Job type: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
- Salary: £13.23 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 07 April 2026
About the role
Location: Haxby Road, York YO31 8TA
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 07:00 – 15:00
Pay: £13.23 per hour + Sodexo rewards and benefits
About The Role
Sodexo, are looking for an experienced Catering Supervisor to lead a small well established team at Nestlé. This is a hands-on role where you will oversee all aspects of daily operations, from food preparation and service to hygiene and team support. Working closely with your team, you will ensure that meals are delivered efficiently, to a high standard, and in a clean and welcoming environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support a small team in food preparation, serving, and hygiene.
- Ensure all meals are prepared, presented, and served to company standards.
- Operate the till and manage payments, completing necessary service documentation.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised catering environment.
- Monitor food consumption, control waste, and support budget targets.
- Conduct opening/closing audits, stock checks, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene regulations.
- Coach and guide team members to maintain consistent performance and service standards.
- Identify and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Requirements
- Previous supervisory or team leader experience in catering or food service.
- Level 3 Food Hygiene/Food Handler certification.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage a small team effectively.
- High standards of hygiene, organisation, and professionalism.
- Ability to work proactively and make decisions under pressure.
Desirable: COSHH and First Aid training.
Why Sodexo?
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.
Belong in a company and team that values you for you.
Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.
Thrive in your own way.
We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
- Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
- Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
- Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
- Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
- Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
- Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
- Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies
KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
York, United Kingdom, YO31 8TA
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