Catering Team Leader

Join Our Award-Winning Hospitality Team – Be a Team Leader at the University of Chester! Are you passionate about delivering great food service and leading a team to success? We’re looking for a motivated and hands-on Team Leader to support the day-to-day running of our vibrant catering operations – serving staff, students, and conference guests across campus. At the University of Chester, we don’t just offer a job – we offer a community. With award-winning facilities and a strong commitment to staff development, this is your chance to grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Please ensure you apply on the university's webpage. 🌟 What We Offer: * Competitive pay: £23,881 – £25,448 per annum (OS4 Scale) * Generous holidays: 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure – rising to 27 days after 5 years’ service * Flexible working: 36.5 hours per week, on a 5 over 7 rota basis * Excellent staff benefits: * Free access to university sports and library facilities * Ongoing training and development opportunities * Workplace pension schemes * Uniform provided * Staff meals while on duty (with a small 5p deduction) 👨‍🍳 What You'll Do: * Help oversee daily food services in our busy outlets * Support special events and high-class functions * Lead and motivate team members, helping maintain top-tier customer service * Support the Catering Supervisors and Operations Managers with staff coordination ✅ What We're Looking For: * NVQ Level 2 in catering or equivalent experience * Background in catering, hospitality or similar customer-facing roles * A full driving licence * A team player with a can-do attitude, who thrives in a fast-paced environment 💬 We Welcome Everyone: We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences