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Job Introduction: As Catering Manager for Sodexo at The Hollyfield School, Surbiton Hill, Road, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 4TU, 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. You will not work unsociable hours and you will get public holidays off, including Christmas.
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
* Expertise in cooking on a large scale, anywhere 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 and the importance of adhering to them.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a busy kitchen environment.
* Professionalism, leading by example and maintaining a positive outlook.
* Basic food handling skills certification:
* NVQ Level 2
* Level 2 Food safety Certificate
* A minimum of 1 year of hands-on cooking experience; training on Food Hygiene and Health & Safety will be provided.
What We Offer
* Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
* Employee Assistance Programme for legal and financial advice, work-related issues, or personal issues such as bereavement.
* Access to a free health and wellbeing app with rewards, including a 24hr virtual GP and other services.
* The Sodexo Discounts Scheme and/or prepayment cashback card.
* Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
* Retirement plan participation and a death in service benefit for colleagues who pass away while employed by Sodexo.
* Opportunities for career growth and development tools.
* Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities.
* Flexible and dynamic work environment; competitive compensation.
* Full training and full protective uniform supplied.
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
Additional information: Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles require 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 receive a high number of applications.
Package Description: “For a job that’s a perfect mix of passion, perks and potential”
* £19.67 per hour
* 37.5 hours per week
* Working pattern: Monday - Friday
* Term Time only (39 week Working Contract paid over 52 weeks). Equated pay information will be provided at interview.
About Sodexo: At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday life for everyone, in 55 countries and serving over 100 million consumers daily. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident Leader employer and support an inclusive culture.
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