Are you a passionate catering professional ready to lead a busy kitchen team in a vibrant school environment? Join us and make a daily difference through nutritious, high-quality food!

Unit Catering Supervisor
Holywood, BT18 9EP

32.5 hours per week, 7:45am – 2:45pm (term time only)
Salary: £22,803 – £23,936 per annum (NJC Scale Points 11–14, £14.53–£15.25/hr, DOE)
Permanent, term time position

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Sullivan Upper School is a prestigious, co-educational grammar school set in 25 acres overlooking Belfast Lough. Home to over 1,250 pupils, including 170 in the preparatory department, the school is proud of its inclusive ethos and high standards. The Silver Robin Restaurant plays a vital role in the daily life of the school, serving over 550 nutritious meals every day to students and staff alike.

The Role

As Unit Catering Supervisor, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of The Silver Robin, ensuring that all meals are prepared and served to the highest standards. This is a hands-on supervisory role ideal for a catering professional with strong leadership, planning, and culinary skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead a team of up to 15 catering staff to deliver a high-quality catering service
Oversee food preparation, portion control, and menu planning
Maintain compliance with food safety and health and safety legislation
Promote the service within the school community to boost meal uptake
Manage budgets for food, labour, and equipment effectively
Deputise for the Catering Manager when required
Organise staff rotas and ensure team training and development
Complete necessary clerical and administrative tasks

Benefits

You’ll be joining a supportive team in a well-resourced school setting, with excellent facilities and a strong community ethos.

NILGOSC pension scheme
Access to the Cycle to Work scheme
Corporate membership of Benenden Healthcare
Free onsite parking
Staff meal option (£0.30 daily deduction)
Retainer paid during school holidays; Generous holiday entitlement (22–26 days annual leave + 13 statutory days)
Training and development opportunities

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone passionate about food, people-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’ll be an enthusiastic team leader with an eye for quality and detail. About you:

Minimum 1 year’s experience in a senior catering role in a large establishment
Strong knowledge of hygiene, health & safety, nutrition, and dietary needs
Excellent cooking skills and experience with Healthy Nutritional Balanced Menus
Proven leadership and team management skills
Organisational, budgetary, and menu planning capabilities
A flexible, proactive attitude and ability to work under pressure

Desirable (but not essential):

2+ years’ senior catering experience
NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds in Catering
Food Hygiene or Trainer Skills Certificate
Marketing experience for event promotion
Knowledge of Nutritional Standards for NI schools

Join a catering team that truly makes a difference!

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Kitchen Manager, Head Cook, School Chef, Catering Operations Manager, Hospitality Supervisor, Food Services Manager, Cook in Charge, Catering Coordinator, Banqueting Supervisor, Senior Chef.