Catering Supervisor (Newport)

Equal Opportunities

At Transport for Wales we value diversity. It makes us stronger, helps us understand our customers better, make better decisions and be more innovative. Everyone’s different and has their own perspective so we’re building a diverse team that mirrors the communities we serve. Through this we’re determined to be one of Wales' leading inclusive employers. We’re creating an inclusive transport network that everyone in Wales can be proud of.

Who we are

At Transport for Wales, we’re on a mission to transform transport in Wales and make it fit for the future, whether that’s rail, bus, walking or cycling. We want to inspire a nation to change the way it travels, so that we all travel more sustainably and help to combat the climate emergency we’re all facing.

We’re an open and inclusive place to work, where everyone is welcome and our people are supported to reach their full potential. We want to create an environment where our people can grow and succeed. This is key to enabling us to deliver on the promises we’ve made to the people of Wales to build a sustainable transport network that meets their needs.

Role responsibilities

The Catering Supervisor will be assisting the Area Manager Catering with the day to day running of the catering operations.

• Follow TfW stock management processes by processing deliveries, managing shortfalls and losses to ensure the correct levels of stock.

• Conduct monthly stock-takes by organizing and counting stock and inputting onto the stock management system to ensure the correct levels of stock.

• Responsible for accurate rostering and approval of leave by completing timesheets accurately and approving in a timely manner to ensure that service levels are maintained.

• Manage a team of hosts to successfully perform their duties by providing the appropriate tools and training to ensure a high level of service and to optimise sales and minimise waste.

Who we’re looking for

• Level 2 Food Hygiene.
• Knowledge of catering operations.
• Good communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• The ability to influence and motivate a team.

Welsh Language Skills

The ability to speak/write Welsh would make a great addition to your application, but it is not essential for this role.

Transport for Wales supports and promotes the use of the Welsh Language by employees and will encourage them to develop, improve and maintain their Welsh Language skills. We fully support our people who want to improve their Welsh language skills, and personal development for Welsh Language skills are offered in a variety of ways such as online learning, classroom courses and funding attendance at local community courses.

Next steps

Does this role sound like the opportunity you are looking for? Do you want to find out more? See attached Job Description for further details.

Transport for Wales is a disability leader. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need in the recruitment process or as part of the role if you are successful.

This advert will close at midnight on the day of the application closing date stated above. We do encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

If you have submitted an application for this role within the last 6 months and were unsuccessful, please do not re-apply as regrettably, your application will not be considered

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £16.04 per hour

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free or subsidised travel
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person