Mobile Cook Manager: Term-Time, Travel & Bonuses

Sodexo; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus up to £500

All travel expenses reimbursed

Salary spread over 12 months

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Mobile Cook Manager to oversee school catering operations across Kent and South East London. You will lead kitchen teams, plan menus and ensure high hygiene and cost controls while traveling between sites.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 7:30am–2:30pm, term-time only with 39 weeks paid over 52 weeks. A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Experience cooking on a large scale, catering for between 100 and 1,300 pupils.
• Previous experience working as a Cook, Chef, Cook Manager or in a similar catering environment.
• Experience supervising, managing or supporting a kitchen team.
• Experience working with fresh ingredients and produce.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene, health and safety procedures.
• The ability to work independently, manage your time effectively and adapt to different kitchen environments.
• A positive attitude, professional approach and the ability to lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of school catering operations across different sites.
• Lead, motivate and support kitchen teams to deliver excellent service.
• Prepare and oversee the production of fresh, high-quality meals on a large scale.
• Manage food ordering, replenishment, stock control and kitchen resources.
• Monitor labour, food and operational costs to ensure budgets are maintained.
• Create and develop menus that meet the needs of pupils and staff.
• Ensure consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and customer service.
• Carry out regular kitchen audits and ensure all food hygiene, health and safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Mobile Cook Manager to oversee school catering operations across Kent and South East London. You will lead kitchen teams, plan menus and ensure high hygiene and cost controls while traveling between sites.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 7:30am–2:30pm, term-time only with 39 weeks paid over 52 weeks. A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential.