At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a kitchen team, ensuring top-notch food quality and customer service.
- Company: Join Canterbury Oast Trust, a charity making a difference in the community.
- Benefits: Full-time contract, excellent training, and the chance to impact lives positively.
- Other info: Flexible hours and opportunities for personal growth in a unique setting.
- Why this job: Make a real difference while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Two years' experience as a Catering Supervisor and compassion for others.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Catering Supervisor with a passion for delivering great food and outstanding customer service? Do you want to use your skills in a role that not only runs a busy kitchen but also makes a real difference in the community? At Canterbury Oast Trust, we are looking for a Catering Supervisor to join our team at the Granary Restaurant and catering outlets within the Rare Breeds Centre.
You'll support the Catering Manager with the daily running of our catering operations, lead a team of staff, and ensure the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and customer service. This is a varied role where no two days are the same - from preparing and serving food, supervising staff, and managing stock, to supporting adults with learning disabilities who train and work alongside us in the kitchen. You'll also deputise for the Catering Manager in their absence, ensuring smooth operations across the department.
What we’re looking for:
- At least two years’ experience as a Catering Supervisor.
- Formal catering qualifications (e.g. NVQ 3, City & Guilds or equivalent).
- Experience or knowledge of supporting people with learning disabilities.
- A clean, current driving licence and the right to work in the UK.
- Compassion, empathy, and a flexible, hands‑on approach.
What we offer:
- Full‑time contract with annualised hours (working patterns vary in winter, details discussed at interview).
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- The chance to be part of a charity that supports adults with learning disabilities, where your role makes a real difference.
About us: Canterbury Oast Trust (COT) supports adults with learning disabilities across Kent through residential services, day opportunities, and life skills training. Our Rare Breeds Centre is a working farm and visitor attraction where our values of Be Courageous, Seek Opportunities, Work Together guide everything we do.
Catering Supervisor in Woodchurch employer: Canterbury Oast Trust
Canterbury Oast Trust is an exceptional employer that not only values culinary excellence but also prioritises community impact. Working as a Kitchen Supervisor at our Rare Breeds Centre in Ashford, Kent, you'll enjoy a supportive work culture that fosters personal growth and development, alongside the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities. With competitive pay, flexible working patterns, and a commitment to training, we offer a rewarding environment where your skills can truly shine.
