CATERING MANAGER

TN United Kingdom; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Cook Manager, where you will oversee food operations at a vibrant school environment. This role allows you to shape the culinary experience for students while ensuring quality and safety standards. You will lead a dedicated team, manage costs, and create menus that delight. Enjoy a supportive workplace with a focus on mental health and well-being, competitive pay, and opportunities for personal growth. If you're passionate about food and education, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Mental Health Support

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and Wellbeing App

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Salary Finance Platform

Retirement Plan

Death in Service Benefit

Training Opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• Experience cooking for large groups, serving 100-1300 students.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage food replenishment and kitchen operations.
• Develop and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring high standards.

Skills

Large Scale Cooking

Recipe Following

Staff Supervision

Health and Safety Knowledge

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

NVQ Level 2

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Job Title: Cook Manager

As Cook Manager for Sodexo at Elmhurst School, Alyesbury, you will oversee all aspects of food and beverage operations, including finances, for your school's kitchen. You will ensure the highest standards of food quality and service, making your school catering among the best regionally. Your attitude will influence your team's daily environment, fostering a vibrant and productive workplace. Additionally, you will not work unsociable hours and will have public holidays off, including Christmas.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong to a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You Do:

1. Manage the replenishment of food and the dismantling of work areas at the end of service.
2. Develop, mentor, conduct training, and inspire the kitchen team.
3. Control the complete catering operation, including labour, food, and stock expenses.
4. Manage and optimise all costs under your control.
5. Ensure uniformity in food and service standards for staff, visitors, and students.
6. Manage menu creation and development.
7. Conduct routine audits to ensure standards are maintained.

What You Bring:

• Experience cooking on a large scale, serving between 100–1300 students.
• Experience following recipes, preferably in a similar setting.
• Previous staff supervision or line management experience.
• Experience working with fresh produce and ingredients.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a busy kitchen environment.
• Professional attitude, leading by example with a positive outlook.
• Basic food handling certification, including:
  • NVQ Level 2
  • Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
• At least 1 year of hands-on cooking, training on Food Hygiene, and Health & Safety, with training provided if needed.

What We Offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong to a company and team that values you, allowing you to act with purpose and make an impact daily. We also offer a range of resources, rewards, and benefits:

• Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support platforms.
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal and work-related issues.
• Access to a health and wellbeing app with rewards, virtual GP, and other services.
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme with deals and cashback options.
• Financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Sodexo Retirement Plan membership.
• Death in Service benefit.
• Opportunities for growth and development through various training tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to promote environmental sustainability and fitness.
• Volunteering opportunities in the community.
• Flexible, dynamic work environment.
• Competitive compensation, full training, and protective uniform.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require screening, including background checks and disclosures.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if a high volume of applications is received.

Package Details:

“A perfect mix of passion, perks, and potential”

• Hourly Rate: £;
• Hours per week: ;
• Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm
• Term Time only (39-week contract paid over 52 weeks)
• Retention Bonus: £200 after 12 weeks, £300 after 52 weeks of employment

Spread-over pay ensures you receive equal monthly payments, covering work weeks and holidays. Further details will be provided at the interview stage.