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As Cook Manager
for Sodexo at Millfield Primary School, Coleshill Street, Fazeley, Tamworth, B78 3RQ, you will oversee all aspects of the food and beverage operations as well as the finances for your school’s kitchen. You will be responsible for ensuring that the food and level of service are of the highest calibre and that the school catering is among the best in the region. Your attitude will influence your team's daily lives as the person they go to for direction and support, which will in turn foster a vibrant and productive work environment. Additionally, you will not work unsociable hours and you will get public holidays off… including Christmas!
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
1. Manage the replenishment of food and the dismantling of work areas at the end of service.
2. Develop, mentor, conduct training, and inspire the kitchen team.
3. Control the complete catering operation, including labour, food, and stock expenses.
4. Manage and optimise all costs that are under your control.
5. Ensure uniformity in the food and service standards provided to staff, visitors, and students.
6. Manage the creation and development of menus.
7. Conduct routine audits to ensure standards are being followed.
What you bring
* Expertise in large-scale cooking, serving between 100 – 1300 students.
* Experience following recipes, possibly in a similar setting.
* Previous staff supervision or line management experience.
* Experience working with fresh produce and ingredients.
* Awareness of health and safety procedures.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a busy kitchen environment.
* Professional attitude, leading by example with a positive outlook.
* Basic food handling skills certification:
o NVQ Level 2
o Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
o At least 1 year of hands-on cooking, training on Food Hygiene, and Health & Safety; further training will be provided.
What we offer
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong to a company and team that values you, act with purpose, and have an impact through your actions. We also offer a range of resources, rewards, and benefits:
* Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
* Employee Assistance Programme for everyday issues or larger problems, including legal and financial advice, work-related or personal issues.
* A free health and wellbeing app with rewards, 24hr virtual GP, and other services.
* The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering deals 24/7 (also for friends and family) and cashback prepayment card.
* Money insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
* Sodexo Retirement Plan membership for future savings.
* Death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away during employment.
* Opportunities for career growth and development with various learning tools.
* Cycle to Work Scheme to promote environmental responsibility and fitness.
* Volunteering opportunities to support community causes.
* Flexible, dynamic work environment.
* Competitive compensation.
* Full training and protective uniform provided.
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Some roles require screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Package Description
“For a job that’s a perfect mix of passion, perks, and potential”
* 30 hours per week
* Working pattern: Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 14:00
* Term Time only (39-week contract paid over 52 weeks)
**Equated pay (spread-over pay) means you receive equal monthly pay, covering contracted hours, working weeks, and holidays, including school closure periods. Further details will be provided at interview.**
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