Cook Manager

1 month ago

StratforduponAvon, United Kingdom Sodexo Full time
Job Introduction

You'll be in charge of the whole food and beverage department as well as the kitchen's finances at your school as the Sodexo Cook Manager at Holy Trinity Primary School, Stratford Upon Avon. As the head of the school catering department, it will be your responsibility to guarantee that the food and service provided are of the finest quality in the area. Being the person your team looks to for guidance and support on a regular basis will reflect your attitude, and this will create a lively and effective work atmosphere. You will also receive public holiday time off, including Christmas, and you won't work unsociable hours

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you do :

  • 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.

What you bring :

  • 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
    • A minimum of 1 years of experience in hands on cooking, training on Food Hygiene, and Health & Safety will be given.

What we offer :

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

  • 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 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.

Ready to be part of something greater? 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 application

Package Description

“ A role where you can bring your passion for food ”

  • £; per hour
  • 30  hours per week
  • Working pattern:  Monday to Friday  to 
  • Term Time only (39 week Working Contract paid over 52 weeks)**

​ **Equated pay (sometimes known as spread-over pay) is a method of paying you for your contracted hours, working weeks and holiday pay spread over 12 months instead of just receiving pay during the months that you work and none during the school closures/non-working weeks. This means that you get paid equal amounts of pay every month. Further information will be supplied at interview stage.**

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