Kitchen Operations Manager

4 weeks ago


Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Sodexo Full time
Job Overview

Sodexo is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Kitchen Operations Manager to oversee the food and beverage operations at a school in Newcastle-under-Lyme. As a key member of the Sodexo team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality food and service standards are maintained, while also managing the finances and operations of the kitchen.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in cooking for large groups, experience in staff supervision, and a strong understanding of health and safety procedures. They will also be able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines in a busy kitchen environment.

In addition to a competitive salary, Sodexo offers a range of benefits, including unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support, an employee assistance programme, and a free health and wellbeing app. We also offer opportunities for career growth and development, as well as a flexible and dynamic work environment.

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.
What We Offer
  • Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Free health and wellbeing app.
  • Sodexo Discounts Scheme.
  • Money Insights and financial benefits.
  • Sodexo Retirement Plan.
  • Death in Service benefit.
  • Opportunities for career growth and development.
  • Flexible and dynamic work environment.
  • Competitive compensation.
  • Full training and full protective uniform supplied.


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