College Chef Supervisor in Nelson

Salary: Up to £24,187.64 per annum (£27,604.26 full time equivalent), depending on experience

Hours: 35 per week

Working Weeks: 42 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Site: Nelson & Colne College

Closing Date: Midnight - Tuesday 15 September 2026

Interview Date: Friday 25 September 2026

Our Organisation

This role is advertised by ELLG Professional Services. Part of East Lancashire Learning Group, ELLG Professional Services provides expert business support services to the wider Group. Part of East Lancashire Learning Group, Nelson and Colne College has a national reputation for educational success and is seen within the Further Education sector as a beacon of excellence for teaching and learning.

The Exciting Role

As a key member of the Catering Team, you will play a vital role in delivering an outstanding food service experience for learners, staff and visitors. Working closely with the Catering Manager and Refectory Team Leader, you'll play a pivotal role in preparing and serving high-quality, nutritious food, developing exciting and contemporary menus, and bringing fresh ideas inspired by current food trends. As a Supervisor, you'll support and motivate the Catering Team, ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly, efficiently and safely while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene. The role will be based at our Nelson & Colne College campus however, travel across sites may be required.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Work alongside the Catering Manager to help improve and grow the college Refectory offer for our learners and staff.
• Oversee daily food preparation, ensuring high standards of taste, presentation, and nutritional value.
• Prepare and cook high-quality food, while developing and refreshing menu ideas that reflect current food trends, to enhance the learner experience while catering for any dietary requirements.
• Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently during service, with strong teamwork and communication.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen in the absence of the Catering Manager.
• Assist with the organisation and delivery of college events and hospitality.
• Lead and assist the Catering Team with the preparation, cooking and service arrangements within the Refectory.

What We Are Looking For:

• Minimum of 4 GCSE qualifications (or equivalent) including grade C/4 in Maths and English and a basic food hygiene certificate.
• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) Catering qualification.
• Strong preparation and cooking skills within a fast-paced catering environment.
• Experience of managing stock control, including monitoring levels, ordering supplies and ensuring adequate stock availability.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of COSHH and food hygiene requirements.
• Competent IT skills.
• Suitability to work with children, young people and/or vulnerable adults.

What We Offer in Return:

• Access to a workplace pension scheme - with generous employer contributions.
• Generous annual leave allowance including a two-week closure over the Christmas period.
• Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme and access to family friendly policies and benefits.
• A range of health and wellbeing benefits and support.
• Staff recognition scheme, including long service awards.
• Free on-site parking on all College sites.

Please visit our 'working for us' section of our website for a full list of our benefits.

Further Questions? Please contact our friendly HR Team at h.resources@eastlancslearning.ac.uk.

All of our posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check due to working with vulnerable adults and children. Should you wish to discuss this further, please get in touch with the HR team.