School Catering Supervisor
St Michael with St Thomas CE Primary School, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 8LDThis job expired on 15 May 2026 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
15 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
24 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £25,185
Actual salary
- £11,644
What skills and experience we're looking for
St Michael with St Thomas is a one form entry Church of England Primary School based in Widnes. We nurture and care for our children in a Christian Ethos, placing our children and their family at the centre of our work.
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic catering supervisor to join our excellent primary school. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing nutritious and appealing meals for pupils, maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene, and ensuring efficient kitchen operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the well-being of pupils through quality meal provision in a supportive educational environment.
The successful candidate will
- Be highly motivated and take pride in their work
- Be able to lead others and work as part of a team
- Be able to be flexible and deal with the ever-changing nature of the school environment
- Embrace our vision and values
- Take ownership of personal professional development
- Treat everyone with respect and dignity, promoting a culture of equal opportunities
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Planning and preparing nutritious, balanced meals that meet government nutritional standards
- Managing daily kitchen operations, including supervising assistants and ordering stock
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, and kitchen cleanliness
- Adhering to school safeguarding and child protection policies
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in food preparation and cooking, preferably within a school environment
- Knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene regulations (Level 2 preferred)
- A positive, reliable and friendly attitude
- Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment
- Strong organisational skills
What the school offers its staff
What we can offer you:
We can offer you:
- fantastic children with a positive attitude towards learning and excellent behaviour;
- the support of a dedicated, committed and creative staff team;
- the opportunity to be part of a school which strives for excellence in all areas;
- supportive School Committee, Directors and parents
Further information about the job
Application packs are available via our website on www.smwst.co.uk/about-us/vacancies. CV’s will not be accepted.
Application Process:
Visits to the school are welcomed - Please call the office to book a visit (0151 424 4234)
Closing Date: Friday 15th May 2026 12pm
Short-listing: Friday 15th May 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 19th May 2026
The Three Saints Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working within the trust to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About St Michael with St Thomas CE Primary School
- Organisation type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 167 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- paula.jones@three-saints.org.uk
- Phone number
- 0151 424 4234
Teacher
Arranging a visit to St Michael with St Thomas CE Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email paula.jones@three-saints.org.uk.
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