Cook Manager: Lead High-Volume School Catering (Term-Time)

Sodexo Ltd; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal provided

Excellent work‑life balance

Term‑time working

Career progression

Mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

Virtual GP service

Discounts

Pension plan

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Sodexo Ltd is seeking an experienced Cook Manager for a large school catering operation in Richmond. The role leads from the front in a high‑volume kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety compliance and excellent customer service for students and staff.

The position offers term-time pattern (39 weeks paid over 52), Monday–Friday hours 7:00am–3:00pm, and an attractive benefits package. You will drive meal uptake and staff development in a supportive Sodexo environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading busy kitchen operations in large-scale catering.
• Strong understanding of food safety, HACCP and health & safety rules.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, stock and supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead a busy kitchen producing up to 1,500 meals daily.
• Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious meals.
• Manage and motivate a large catering team.
• Train and develop kitchen staff and maintain compliance.
• Oversee food ordering, deliveries and stock control.
• Complete daily paperwork and compliance documentation.
• Run daily reports and weekly stock takes.
• Ensure cost control and quality presentation.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen operations

High-volume catering

Food safety & HACCP

Budget & stock control

Team development

Allergen management

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Catering management experience

Tools

Catering systems

Job description

Sodexo Ltd is seeking an experienced Cook Manager for a large school catering operation in Richmond. The role leads from the front in a high‑volume kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety compliance and excellent customer service for students and staff.

The position offers term-time pattern (39 weeks paid over 52), Monday–Friday hours 7:00am–3:00pm, and an attractive benefits package. You will drive meal uptake and staff development in a supportive Sodexo environment.