School Catering Manager: Lead Kitchen & Team

Sodexo; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A food service company in Manchester seeks a Catering Manager to oversee all aspects of food and beverage operations for the school kitchen. Responsibilities include managing food service, training kitchen staff, and ensuring high quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have experience cooking for large groups and strong leadership skills. Competitive hourly rate of £15.77, with term-time only hours. Full training and protective uniform provided. Join a team committed to creating a better everyday experience for its employees and clients.

Benefits

Unlimited mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and wellbeing app access

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Retirement Plan membership

Volunteering Opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• Expertise in cooking for 100 - 1300 students.
• Experience with fresh produce and following recipes.
• Minimum of 1 year hands-on cooking experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage food replenishment and service areas.
• Develop and mentor kitchen staff.
• Control catering operation costs.
• Create and develop menus.

Skills

Cooking on a large scale

Staff supervision

Health and safety adherence

Ability to work under pressure

Positive leadership

Education

NVQ Level 2 & 3

Level 2 Food safety Certificate

Job description

A food service company in Manchester seeks a Catering Manager to oversee all aspects of food and beverage operations for the school kitchen. Responsibilities include managing food service, training kitchen staff, and ensuring high quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have experience cooking for large groups and strong leadership skills. Competitive hourly rate of £15.77, with term-time only hours. Full training and protective uniform provided. Join a team committed to creating a better everyday experience for its employees and clients.