Mobile Cook Manager

3 weeks ago


Croydon, Greater London, United Kingdom Sodexo Full time
Job Overview

As the Mobile Cook Manager for Sodexo, you will be responsible for overseeing the food and beverage operations, as well as the kitchen's finances, at various schools in the Croydon, Staines, and Surrey areas. Your primary goal will be to ensure that the catering provided by the school is of the highest standard and meets the expectations of students, staff, and visitors.

The role requires strong leadership and management skills, as you will be responsible for managing a team of kitchen staff, developing and implementing menus, and controlling costs. You will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

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

Requirements:

  • Full UK Driving Licence required for this position and own vehicle required for this role as travel to a different site each day may be required
  • 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, including legal and financial advice, support with work-related issues or personal issues such as bereavement
  • Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24-hour 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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