Job Description Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences. 30 Hours, 4 Days, 8 weeks rota (includes weekends. £13.00 - £13.85 per hour Sodexo Benfits Parking 20 days holidays public days Location is Chesterfield Royal Hospital Check your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline - the destination you should input is: Chesterfield Rd, Calow, Chesterfield S44 5BL Please take the time to read the attached job description Job Introduction You care for our patients. We care for your career. Are you passionate about delivering excellent service and making a real difference in a healthcare environment? We’re looking for a dedicated Duty Supervisor to join our patient catering team. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring patients, staff, and visitors receive a consistently high standard of food service and support. Working closely with the Patient Services Manager and General Manager, you'll help lead a team that takes pride in putting people first and delivering with care and quality. What you’ll do: As a Duty Supervisor, you will be responsible for the smooth day-to-day operation of catering services. Your key duties will include: Operational Oversight: Ensure high standards of food preparation, presentation, and delivery. Oversee the accurate stocking of meal trolleys and ensure timely dispatch and delivery to wards. Liaise with the Systems Controller to order food and supplies in line with demand. Service Delivery: Perform quality spot checks and ward audits to maintain service standards. Provide hands-on support as a Catering Assistant when required. Build and maintain strong relationships with ward staff, ensuring patient satisfaction. Team Leadership & Support: Prepare staff rotas, monitor performance, and support training and development needs. Encourage team communication through regular meetings and daily huddles. Lead by example to drive service excellence. Compliance & Documentation: Ensure accurate record-keeping for food safety, hygiene, stock, and waste management. Monitor and maintain cleanliness standards across all catering areas. Report equipment faults and follow up on necessary repairs. What you bring: We’re looking for someone who is passionate about service, takes initiative, and thrives in a team environment. You’ll need: Essential: Strong interpersonal and communication skills Literate and numerate with attention to detail Ability to lead under pressure and meet performance standards A flexible, proactive, and self-motivated approach A team-first mindset with a positive attitude Level 3 Food Safety Certificate Desirable: Previous experience in a supervisory role within catering or hospitality This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to grow in a supportive team, make a tangible impact in a healthcare setting, and be part of a service that truly matters. If you’re ready to take the next step in your catering career, we’d love to hear from you! What we offer: Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones: Mental health and wellbeing resources Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support) Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access Discounts on high street brands for you and your family Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources Retirement savings plan and life insurance Full training and protective uniform provided. Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development. Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities. Flexible working and a dynamic team environment Competitive pay Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo. We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait! About Sodexo At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer.We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins. We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer.We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job. Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture. Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.