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Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

About

The Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) is one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in the UK, with a national and international reputation for the excellence of its services and its role in teaching and research.

Find out more about the Trust on their web-site at www.ouh.nhs.uk

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Contact

Address: Oxford Univ Hosps NHS Foundation Trust; OUHC HR Department,; 3rd Floor Unipart House Business Centre; Garsington Road; Oxford; Oxfordshire; OX4 2PG
Contact Number: 01865 741186

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Ref: 321-CORP-8289943-B3 Vacancy ID: 8289943

Catering Supervisor

Accepting applications until: 10-Nov-2026 23:59

Vacancy status: Open

Accepting applications until: 10-Nov-2026 23:59

Location

Site: Horton Hospital
Address: Oxford Road
Town: Banbury
Postcode: OX16 9AL
Major / Minor Region: Oxfordshire

Contract type & working pattern

Contract: Permanent: alternate weekends
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (includes alternate weekends)

Salary

Salary: £25,760 - £27,476 per annum pro rota
Salary period: Yearly
Grade: (NHS AfC: Band 3)

Specialty

Main area: Catering

Interview date: 17/11/2026

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes use Value Based Interviewing to identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to full job description and person specification for full information

Job Summary:
The Supervisor is a working supervisor and leads the day to day provision of food service in the restaurant/ Catering department.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
Restaurant
· To carry out and monitor the food service and it is consistently delivered in line with Food Safety Act, and Trust policies.
· Maintain high standards of cleanliness in department in line with agreed procedure & guidelines
· Monitor and record, equipment and cleaning tasks.
· Daily Record and monitor food and equipment (refrigeration etc.) temperatures.
· To ensure daily checking of provisions food rotation, record stock, use by and best before dates, recording any food wastage,
· Ensure all dishes are served correctly & the recording of food temperature is recorded throughout meal service.
· Check and monitor perishable, dry and frozen food supplies, re order daily, weekly or periodically by telephoning or E mailing suppliers.
· Ensure staff are checking and monitoring goods for sale in restaurant and vending machines.
· Report any equipment errors or breakdowns either by the in house estates team or contracted equipment companies.
· To carry out risk assessments, safe systems of work.
· Follow HACCAP guidelines, monitor and implement changes as and when procedures require changes due to change in delivery or food service.
· Conduct briefings to all staff regarding day to day meal service, detailing food and food service standards to ensure that the staff are fully aware of the requirements and their role in delivery
· To liaise with department supervisors, to provide a consistent food service and utilize provisions efficiently between staff and patient areas to reduce wastage.
· To provide all staff with training in all aspects of the role, ensure training is recorded signed off and reviewed.
· To carry out staff appraisal on an annual basis.
· To ensure all staff complete statutory and mandatory training
· To ensure staff are provided with and correctly wear the appropriate uniform and PPE.
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Learning, Respect, Delivery, Excellence, Compassion, Improvement
· To manage staff sickness, annual leave and absence in line with Trust policy.
· Complete staff returns to work interviews following any periods of absence.
· Where necessary contribute to the team’s efforts to ensure the service is provided in a professional and timely manner
· Provide feedback and coaching to any member of staff ensuring that all team members are aware of standards and requirements, and carry out their jobs to the best of their ability in a timely and efficient manner
· To check any hospitality trolleys are correct before restaurant staff transport to venues.
· To monitor cleaning and replenishing of vending machines.
· Carry out cashier duties using cash register, including cashing up procedures and cash security, in line with Standing Financial Instructions.
· To be responsible for restaurant and associated areas security when lone working.
· Other duties in the restaurant and associated areas as required.
· To ensure all restaurant crockery and cooking equipment is sent to the dishwasher area in a timely manner.
· Provide weekly and monthly figures and reports for stock, equipment and wastage.
· Ensure the safe storage of cleaning materials and ensure stocks are checked and appropriate levels are always available.
· Have a hands on approve to working in other areas of the department when needed.

Sexual Safety Charter: In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

To note: Applicants must write their own applications. If AI tools are used, the application may be rejected as this document is crucial for assessment. This does not prevent you from seeking support via AI with applications for the purposes of any disability and/or long-term health conditions.

When using AI to help write your application, it is important to personalise it, especially your supporting statement. While AI can simplify the process, it will not fully understand the job's requirements and/or be able to showcase your skills, knowledge, and experience. Write your statement to show why you are interested in the role and how you would be a valued member of the team/OUH employee.

No unsolicited recruitment agency telephone calls or emails.

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.