Catering Supervisor
Job Summary
We are seeking a Catering Supervisor to oversee daily kitchen and catering operations, ensuring high standards of food preparation, presentation, and service. The ideal candidate will lead and monitor the catering staff, manage stock levels, and maintain strict compliance with food safety and hygiene requirements. Additionally, the role involves liaising with clients and management to resolve operational issues and prepare daily reports.
Responsibilities
- Supervise daily catering and kitchen operations
- Lead, coach, and monitor catering staff
- Ensure food safety, hygiene, and quality standards
- Manage stock levels and equipment maintenance
- Liaise with clients and prepare operational reports
Required Skills
- Diploma in Hospitality Management or related field
- Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in catering or food service
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and portion control
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate daily catering and kitchen operations.
- Lead, guide, and monitor catering staff to ensure efficient workflow.
- Ensure food preparation, presentation, and service meet company standards.
- Monitor food quality, portion control, cleanliness, and hygiene.
- Ensure compliance with food safety and workplace safety requirements.
- Manage staff attendance, work schedules, and daily task allocation.
- Monitor stock levels and coordinate with the kitchen team regarding supplies.
- Handle operational issues and resolve service-related problems promptly.
- Liaise with clients, management, and other departments when required.
- Prepare daily operational reports and provide feedback to management.
- Ensure the catering area, equipment, and facilities are properly maintained.
Operational Management
You will oversee daily kitchen and catering operations to keep food preparation, presentation and service aligned with company standards. You will manage stock levels, cleanliness, equipment upkeep and portion control to ensure reliable service delivery.
Team Leadership & Scheduling
You will lead, coach and monitor catering staff, manage attendance and set daily work schedules. You will address staffing or workflow issues and support on-the-job training to maintain efficient operations.
Client Service & Reporting
You will liaise with clients, management and other departments to coordinate events and resolve service issues promptly. You will prepare daily operational reports and share clear feedback to help management make timely decisions.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- You hold a minimum Diploma in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Food Service Management or a related field.
- You have at least 2 years of experience in catering, food service, hospitality or a similar supervisory role.
- Candidates with experience in institutional catering, central kitchen, hotel or large-scale food service operations are encouraged to apply.
Hard Skills & Knowledge
- You have proven experience supervising a kitchen or catering team, including scheduling and attendance management.
- You understand food safety, hygiene, portion control and basic equipment maintenance.
Soft Skills & Qualities
- You communicate clearly and demonstrate practical leadership with frontline teams.
- You can work independently and stay effective under pressure.
- You have good organisational and problem-solving skills.
- You are willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays when required.