Chef Manager

4 weeks ago


StainesuponThames, Surrey, United Kingdom Sodexo Full time
Job Overview

Sodexo is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chef Manager to oversee the food and beverage operations at one of our esteemed school locations. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of food quality, service, and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the replenishment of food and the dismantling of work areas at the end of service.
  • Develop, mentor, and inspire the kitchen team to deliver exceptional results.
  • Control the complete catering operation, including labour, food, and stock expenses.
  • Manage and optimize all costs that are under your control.
  • Ensure uniformity in the food and service standards provided to fellow staff members, visitors, and students.
  • Manage the creation and development of menus.
  • Conduct routine audits to ensure standards are being followed.

Requirements:

  • Must have expertise on cooking on a large scale, anywhere between 100 – 1300 students.
  • Have experience following recipes, possibly in a similar setting.
  • Have previous staff supervision experience or line management experience.
  • Have experience working with fresh produce and ingredients.
  • Be aware of the importance of adhering to health and safety procedures.
  • Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines in a busy Kitchen environment.
  • Be professional, leading by example and having a positive outlook is key.
  • Hold basic food handling skills certification.

What We Offer:

  • Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
  • Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems.
  • Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
  • The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7.
  • Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
  • Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
  • A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo.
  • Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment.
  • Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
  • Flexible and dynamic work environment.
  • Competitive compensation.
  • Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply today

Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and / or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.



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