Food Operations Manager

4 weeks ago

Gillingham, Kent, United Kingdom Sodexo Full time
Job Overview

Sodexo is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cook Manager to lead our culinary team at St Augustine Primary School in Gillingham. As the head of the school catering department, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality food and service standards are maintained.

The successful candidate will have expertise in cooking for large groups, experience in following recipes, and previous staff supervision experience. They will also be able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines in a busy kitchen environment.

The role offers a competitive compensation package, including a salary of £ per hour, 30 hours per week, and a 39-week working contract paid over 52 weeks. The position also includes access to a range of benefits, including unlimited access to an online mental health and wellbeing platform, an employee assistance programme, and a cycle to work scheme.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the replenishment of food and the dismantling of work areas at the end of service.
  • Develop, mentor, conduct training, and inspire the kitchen team.
  • Control the complete catering operation, including labour, food, and stock expenses.
  • Manage and optimise 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: NVQ Level 2, Level 2 Food safety Certificate, and a minimum of 1 year's experience in hands-on cooking, training on Food Hygiene, and Health & Safety will be given.
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 where you may need additional support.
  • Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
  • The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
  • 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, including a variety of learning and development tools.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
  • 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.

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