Catering Team Leader
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About University Of Chester
The University of Chester is a public university.
Job description from University Of Chester
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:
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Competitive pay: £23,881 – £25,448 per annum (OS4 Scale)
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Generous holidays: 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure – rising to 27 days after 5 years’ service
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Flexible working: 36.5 hours per week, on a 5 over 7 rota basis
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Excellent staff benefits:
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Free access to university sports and library facilities
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Ongoing training and development opportunities
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Workplace pension schemes
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Uniform provided
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Staff meals while on duty (with a small 5p deduction)
👨🍳 What You'll Do:
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Help oversee daily food services in our busy outlets
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Support special events and high-class functions
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Lead and motivate team members, helping maintain top-tier customer service
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Support the Catering Supervisors and Operations Managers with staff coordination
✅ What We're Looking For:
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NVQ Level 2 in catering or equivalent experience
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Background in catering, hospitality or similar customer-facing roles
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A full driving licence
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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

Job insights from Breakroom
Bar, restaurant and kitchen supervisors
Bar, restaurant and kitchen supervisors are responsible for the day-to-day running of their bar or restaurant and make sure customers are happy with the food and service they receive
What you’ll do as a bar, restaurant and kitchen supervisor
- Plan menus with your chefs
- Organise shifts and rotas for kitchen, waiting and bar staff
- Recruit staff and help to train them
- Plan events like weddings or birthdays
- Manage stock and budgets
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Physical activities
- Wearing a uniform
- Cleaning
- Anti-social hours
- Managing people
- Using a computer
What University Of Chester employees say about their job
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Best thing
Off at Xmas, pension, sick pay
Worst thing
Rota on wed to start Monday, never get holidays expected to do extra for lieu time
Catering assistant at University Of Chester, August 2024
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