Catering Supervisor - MoE Gisborne

Lead a great team. Make a positive impact. Build your leadership career with Compass Group NZ.

• Step into a leadership role – supervise daily catering operations and support a high-performing team.
• Make a difference in education – help deliver essential food services that support students and educational communities.
• Monday-to-daytime lifestyle opportunity – enjoy a stable role within a supportive and professional environment.

He angitūtanga | The opportunity

As a Catering Supervisor at the Ministry of Education in Gisborne, you will oversee the day-to-day catering operation, ensuring high service standards, food safety compliance, and exceptional customer experiences. You'll provide leadership and support to the catering team while ensuring all contractual and operational requirements are delivered successfully. This is a permanent position with 35 hours guaranteed per week during education terms.

Ko o kawenga | Your responsibilities

• Supervise daily catering operations and coordinate team members to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Train, support, and motivate team members while promoting high standards of performance and teamwork.
• Manage rosters and assist with workforce planning to support operational requirements.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and respond promptly to client requests and enquiries.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, company policies, and operational procedures.

He kōrero mōu | About you

• Previous experience in catering, hospitality, food service, or a similar supervisory role.
• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to motivate, support, and develop team members.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills with a positive and professional approach.
• Reliable, physically fit, and able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Flexible, hardworking, and committed to maintaining high standards of food safety and operational excellence.

Ngā painga | Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Training & Development: Access to online learning programs, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications to support your career growth.
• Formal Career Paths: We offer formal career paths to help you achieve your professional goals.
• Rewards & Recognition: Celebrate your achievements with our Star Awards, Service Awards, and annual performance bonuses.
• Health & Safety Focus: A commitment to providing a safe and healthy work environment, prioritizing the well-being of employees and customers.
• Corporate & Retail Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, optometry services, and more.
• Site-Specific Benefits: Depending on the site, tailored perks such as free uniforms, on-site parking, subsidized accommodation, and access to amenities like gyms and pools are available.

👉 Please visit our Benefits page for a comprehensive list of our benefits.

Mō mātou | About us

• We are New Zealand's leading and largest food and support services provider across multiple industries.
• Our sub-brands, Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, ESS and Rapport manage these industry sectors.
• We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being GOOD to GREAT.
• Our people are awesome, they breathe life into our brands and make great things happen!
• Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common - our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you - RESPECT, GROWTH, and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments.
• We are committed to reflecting the diversity of our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. We also prioritise sustainability in everything we do, ensuring an inclusive and equitable environment for all.

✅ Successful candidates will be able to pass pre-employment checks satisfactorily.

✅ Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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