Location: Hailsham, East Sussex
Pay Rate: £14.33 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract Type: Part-Year Permanent (Guaranteed 9 Months per Year)
Typical Season: Mid-February to Mid-November
Live-In Accommodation Available
Lead a Busy Catering Team in a Fantastic Hospitality Environment
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Catering Team Leader to join our catering operation in Hailsham. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with supervisory experience who enjoys leading a team, delivering outstanding customer service, and maintaining high food hygiene standards in a fast-paced environment.
This is a part-year permanent position , offering the security of a permanent contract with a guaranteed working season of approximately 9 months per year , typically running from mid-February through to mid-November .
What You'll Be Doing
As a Catering Team Leader, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of our catering facilities, ensuring guests receive an excellent dining experience.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and motivating a team of catering assistants and kitchen staff
- Supervising food service and ensuring high standards are maintained
- Supporting the management team with daily catering operations
- Ensuring food hygiene, health and safety, and cleanliness standards are met
- Assisting with staff training and development
- Managing stock levels and communicating ordering requirements
- Providing excellent customer service and resolving any guest queries professionally
- Supporting busy service periods and helping where required across the catering department
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in a catering, hospitality, or food service environment
- Experience supervising or leading a team
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- A hands-on approach with a positive attitude
- Good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety standards
- Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and peak periods
What We Offer
- £14.33 per hour
- 40 hours per week
- Permanent contract with guaranteed 9 months' work each year
- Live-in accommodation available
- Opportunities for training and career development
- Supportive team environment
- Beautiful East Sussex location
Accommodation
For candidates wishing to live on-site, accommodation is available at the following monthly rates:
- Single accommodation: £473.63 per month
- Shared accommodation: £408.45 per month
Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
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Catering Team Leader in England employer: Blue Arrow - Eastbourne
At Blue Arrow, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer in the catering sector, offering competitive pay and a supportive work culture that values every team member's contribution. Our locations in Brighton and Worthing provide a vibrant atmosphere, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development, ensuring that you can advance your culinary career while enjoying the beautiful coastal surroundings. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that celebrates creativity and collaboration in the kitchen.
